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Defect

Some circuit boards in the battery may overheat and catch fire.  

Hazard

Risk of fire or burns causing serious injury.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using their Bissell Cordless Wet Dry Vacuum Floor Cleaners and check the rating label to see if it is a recalled model.

If it is a recalled model consumers should stop using the product, remove the product from the charging base, unplug the base, and register their details at https://bissell.com.au/pages/recall  to receive a replacement.

Contact details

For further information, contact Bissell by phone on 1300 393 035 (8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday) or via email recallau@BISSELL.com

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Defect

The x-capacitors in the power board can deteriorate and may fail unsafely at the rear of the tv which can cause a flame and emit smoke.

Hazard

Risk of serious injury or electric shock and risk of smoke inhalation or flame to occur. In circumstances where there is a flame or smoke being emitted, do not use any liquid to extinguish as this poses the risk of electric shock and serious injury to occur. Immediately leave the vicinity of the tv and turn the main power to the property off.

What to do

Consumers with affected TVs should contact LG Electronics Australia on 1800 643 156 to arrange a technician to replace the power board free of charge or in the case of irreparable damage, replacement of the tv free of charge.

Contact details

For further information, contact LG Electronics Australia Pty Ltd directly.

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Defect

The raindrop cloud toy includes small raindrops that may detach from the toy. Incidents have occurred where the toy’s raindrop has detached and resulted in children putting them in their mouths.

Hazard

A detached raindrop may pose a choking or suffocation hazard for infants and young children, which can lead to severe injury or death.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the play gym immediately, remove the cloud toy and contact anztrade@bloomandgrowgroup.com for a replacement toy. For more information contact Bloom and Grow on anztrade@bloomandgrowgroup.com or by phone on (02) 8069 8951.

Contact details

For further information, contact Bloom and Grow Group directly by:

• Email anztrade@bloomandgrowgroup.com

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Defect

When not in use, and an infant is not secured in the swing or rocker, the restraint straps may dangle below the seat. This may lead to children becoming tangled in the strap.

Hazard

If a child becomes tangled in the strap, they may be strangled. The defect led to the fatality of a child overseas.

What to do

Consumers should register their details with The Amazing Baby Company to receive a free strap fastener that will prevent the straps from extending under the swing or rocker when not in use. Please visit https://4moms.com.au/pages/important-safety-notice to register your details. Consumers should put the product away where it cannot be accessed by children until the strap fastener has been fitted.

Contact details

For further information, contact 4moms Australia directly by:

• Email info@tabc.com.au or;

• Submit your replacement request via https://4moms.com.au/pages/contact-us-1

Defect

The battery in the charging case may overheat.

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Hazard

If the battery in the charger case overheats, it poses a risk of fire, which may result in injury or property damage.

What to do

Consumers should stop charging the case and earphones, and contact Technical Audio Group to organise the return and replacement of the defective charging case.

Contact details

For further information, contact Technical Audio Group directly by:

Phone on (02) 9519 0900 - between the hours of 9am and 5pm (AEST), Monday to Friday

Email ck3twsupport@audio-technica.com.au or;

Submit your replacement request via https://audio-technica.com.au/contact-form/ath-ck3tw-charging-case-replacement-request/

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Defect

The rotating swing handle on the cookware has a pivot-lock latching system to lock the handle in place for a secure grip when in use.

If the user fails to properly latch and lock the handle or if the latch releases, the pot could become unstable with a left-handed pour.

Hazard

If the latch disengages, the pot may become unstable and this increases the risk of burns, scalding or serious injury.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the affected cookware and contact Sea to Summit for a replacement latch. To identify the affected cookware, visit www.seatosummit.com/productsafety.

Contact details

Contact Sea to Summit via email at productsafety@seatosummit.com.au or via the website www.seatosummit.com/productsafety.

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Defect

Manufacturing residue may remain on the inner pocket of the carry cases that were provided with the headphones and may cause mould to form (Aspergillus).

Hazard

The affected products are not likely to cause any adverse health effects in healthy individuals, however, may pose a risk to people with weakened immune systems.

What to do

Consumers should cease using the product and check for residue in their carrying case and contact Panasonic to arrange for a replacement product, free of charge.

Contact details

Contact Panasonic on 13 26 00 (Mon - Fri, 8.30am - 6pm AEST) or via their website www.panasonic.com/au/support.html

See productsafety.gov.au for Australian product recall information.

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Defect

Some batteries in older generation 15-inch MacBook Pros may overheat.

Hazard

Potential fire risk.

What to do

Consumers can use the serial number lookup tool on Apple’s website, to determine if their 15-inch MacBook Pro is affected by the recall. First, check to see which 15-inch MacBook Pro you have. Choose ‘About This Mac’ from the Apple menu in the upper-left corner of your screen. If your model is “MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, mid 2015)”, visit https://support.apple.com/en-au/15-inch-macbook-pro-battery-recall and enter your computer’s serial number to see if it is included in this recall. If your MacBook Pro is included, stop using it and follow the instructions at https://support.apple.com/en-au/15-inch-macbook-pro-battery-recall to have your battery replaced free of charge.

Contact details

Contact Apple Support, visit https://support.apple.com/en-au/15-inch-macbook-pro-battery-recall

See productsafety.gov.au for Australian product recall information.

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Defect

The product in its 12 month age mode has key features of a stroller, but does not have the safety features required by the mandatory safety standard for strollers.

Hazard

When used as a stroller to transport children in its 12 month age mode, the product may cause injury to a child if the product rolls in an uncontrolled manner or if a child falls out of the product.

What to do

Consumers should not use the product as a stroller to transport children. Consumers should remove and discard the high headrest and shoulder straps on the tricycle and follow updated Eurotrike guidance that children younger than 18 months of age not use the modified product. If required, contact Eurotrike to assist with the modification.

Contact details

Contact Eurotrike for further information, including modification instructions and customer support:

• Website: www.eurotrike.com.au/ultima-press

• Email: info@eurotrike.com.au

• Contact-free call: 1800 675 772

See productsafety.gov.au for Australian product recall information.

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Defect

Product does not comply with the labelling requirements of the Consumer Goods (Baby Bath Aids) Safety Standard 2017.

Required warning is not present on the bath sling.

Hazard

Possible drowning hazard if the bath sling is misused.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Bloom & Grow Australia Pty Ltd. to receive their free replacement sling.

Contact details

Please email june@bloomandgrow.com.au or call June Gray at 0408 943 507 from Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm.

See productsafety.gov.au for Australian product recall information.

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Defect

The handle on the kettle may become loose or separate from the body of the kettle.

Hazard

If the handle detaches during use, a consumer could be scalded or burned.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the product.

Contact details

Contact 1800 990 990 or visit www.repair.whirlpool.com to arrange for a replacement of the kettle.

See productsafety.gov.au for Australian product recall information.

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Defect

In some cases, certain adapters may break and create a risk of electrical shock if touched.

Hazard

There is a risk of electric shock.

What to do

Customers should stop using affected adapters and exchange them at no charge for a new redesigned model that is currently shipping. Customers should visit http://www.apple.com/au/support/ac-wallplug-adapter/ for information about how to identify the affected adapters and the exchange process. Customers can fill out a web form with their shipping address, email and product serial number and Apple will send the new adapter to the customer. The package will also contain a postage pre-paid package, which the customer can use to return the affected adapter to Apple.

Customers can also visit an Apple Retail or an Apple Authorised Service Provider location to exchange their affected adapters.

See productsafety.gov.au for Australian product recall information.

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Defect

If the white lid gasket is not inserted in the correct orientation, and contrary to the instructions provided in the product's instruction manual, there is a possibility that pressure may build up and release unexpectedly.

Hazard

Scalding - incorrect fitting of the supplied white lid gasket may result in the release of hot liquids.

What to do

Consumers should contact Breville customer service to arrange for a replacement gasket kit to be sent to them, free of charge.

Contact details

Please call 1300 727 424 or email recall@breville.com.au for further assistance.

See productsafety.gov.au for Australian product recall information.

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Bose has announced that they have discontinued their SleepBuds as of 3 October 2019 due to battery issues.

Next steps

Replacement: If you experience any issues and you would like to continue using your SleepBuds, contact Bose directly on the details below. Bose will replace the SleepBuds with a new pair within 4 to 6 weeks.

• Australia: 1 800 905 1273 | AU Website

• New Zealand: 0800 501 511 | NZ Website

Refund: For a cash refund, contact Bose directly using the details listed above. Refunds will be offered on SleepBuds until 31 December 2019. If you have any questions regarding your purchase through the Rewards Store please contact our Qantas Frequent Flyer Service Team on AU 1300 662 859 or NZ 0800 886 033.