|
COPYRIGHT 2005 Australian Consumers' Association
Nowadays there are so many product recalls we may not be able to print all of them in CHOICE. For comprehensive recall information go to the Federal Treasury website: www.recalls.gov.au. If you don't have web access, call the Consumer Safety Unit on (02) 6263 2747.
Companies often rent 1800 numbers for a couple of months after a recall is announced. If the number given is no longer operating, phone the manufacturer or retailer direct.
CHILD CAR SEAT: Britax Childcare has recalled MaxiRider Convertible Booster Seat, series 10/A/2000, manufactured between 17 May and 26 May 2005, with an inspection label with the number '63' at the back of the seat on the left-side bottom corner. The manufacture date can be found on the back of the seat at the top, under the pocket.
The problem: The upper anchorage strap adjuster may be incorrectly assembled, and in the event of an accident will not hold the child restraint.
What to do: Stop using it. Call 1800 806 974 between 9 am and 5 pm EST to arrange for a replacement, quoting...
Read the full article for free courtesy of your local library.
|
Bookmark this article
Print this article
Link to this article
Email this article
Digg It!
Add to del.icio.us
RSS
