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CONSUMER TESTING SERVICES (CTS) 16 – 29 FEBRUARY 2012

PRODUCT RECALLS

CONTENTS AUTOMOTIVE Pages 1 to 20

THE SGS PUBLICATION GATHERING CONSUMER PRODUCT RECALLS IN THE EU, IN THE USA AND IN AUSTRALIA

Motor Vehicle (27)

Child Safety Seat (1)

Motor Vehicle Equipment (7)

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PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED

EU/MALTA CATEGORY: Motor vehicles

PRODUCT: Passenger car 207

BRAND: Peugeot

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL:

Type Approval No.: e2*2001/116*0340*20 / e2*2001/116*0340*21 / e2*2001/116*0340*22 / e2*2001/116*0340*23 / e2*2001/116*0340*23

Chassis No.: VF3WC8HR0AW087092 to VF3WCKFT0CW002576

Manufacturing period: 23/07/2010 to 07/10/2011

DESCRIPTION: Passenger car

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: France

No picture available.

INJURIES The engine fuse box may have been damaged during assembly. This could result in the diagnostic lights not working.

Voluntary corrective action.

EU/GERMANY

CATEGORY: Motor vehicles

PRODUCT: Passenger car Fiesta and Fusion

BRAND: Ford


EC type-approval e9*2001/116*0069*07/08 e9*2007/46*0002*03 e13*2007/46*1058*04, e13*2007/46*1077*04 e1*98/14*0194*25

Concerns vehicles manufactured between 19 and 23 September 2011.


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany


INJURIES

Fastening bolts on the rear axle could break and subsequently lead to a weakening of the rear axle anchorage.

Voluntary corrective action taken by the manufacturer.

AUSTRALIA Suzuki Australia Pty Limited—Suzuki Motorcycles AN400AL2, AN650AL2, DL650AL2

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Target Number: 205

IDENTIFYING FEATURES

Model AN400AL2 - Vin JS1CG113300100104- JS1CG113300100121 Model AN650AL2 - Vin JS1BU132300100363- JS1BU132300100372 Model DL650AL2 - Vin JS1C7111200100001- JS1C7111200100209

TRADERS WHO SOLD THIS PRODUCT

Authorised Suzuki dealerships

SUPPLIER

Suzuki Australia Pty Limited

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.suzuki.com.au


HAZARDS

Failure for the engine to start may pose a hazard to road users.

DEFECTS

Under some circumstances, improper current flow inside the brake lamp switch may occur. This may result in the brake lamp failing to correctly illuminate and the engine to fail to start.

Owners are advised to contact an authorised Suzuki dealer at their earliest convenience to arrange a suitable time to complete the necessary work.

http://www.suzuki.com.au

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AUSTRALIA Mitchells Adventure—Pocket Bike

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

49cc petrol-powered miniature motorbike


Model Numer PI0047 Target Number: 16


Mitchells Adventure

SUPPLIER

Mans Nominees Pty Ltd Trading as Mitchells Adventure

SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE

http://www.mitchells.net.au


HAZARDS

Pocket Bike failure may cause serious injury or death.

DEFECTS

The Pocket Bike does not comply with the requirements set out in Consumer Protection Notice No. 24 of 2011. There is a permanent ban on minature motorbikes with unsafe design features.

Consumers should immediately stop using the Pocket Bike and contact their nearest Mitchells Store on 1800 808 209 or at [email protected] for a full refund.

EU/GERMANY


PRODUCT: Passenger car, van Viano, Vito

BRAND: Mercedes-Benz


Type: 639

EC type approval: e1*2007/46*0457, e1*2007/46*0458, e1*2007/46*0459

The vehicles in question were manufactured between 16 February 2011 and 12 May 2011.

DESCRIPTION: Passenger car /van

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Spain


INJURIES In the event of an accident releasing the window airbag, the rebound strap can come loose from the A-pillar covering. As a result, the A-pillar cover can move into the potential forward displacement area of the passenger, increasing the risk of injury.


EU/GERMANY


PRODUCT: Passenger car Lancer, Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D

BRAND: Mitsubishi


Type: CX9A, CY9A equipped with 4N13 DI-D engine.

EC type approval e1*2001/116*0441*,

The vehicles in question were manufactured in 2011.


COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Japan


INJURIES The pulley may detach from the alternator and drop into the engine compartment or on to the road. This could lead to the risk of an accident.


http://www.mitchells.net.au

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USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL

Mitsubishi fuso / fec52-2012



MANUFACTURER

Mitsubishi fuso truck of America, inc.

COMPONENT

seat belts: front: buckle assembly

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED

760

SUMMARY

Mitsubishi fuso (mfta) is recalling certain model year 2012 fec52, fec72, and fec92 trucks manufactured from February 10, 2011, through April 8, 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208 “occupant crash protection.” During assembly, incorrect passenger’s side seat belt buckles were installed. The passenger’s side seat belt tongue will not engage its buckle correctly.


CONSEQUENCE

Failure of the seat belt buckle to engage correctly increases the risk of passenger injury or death.

REMEDY

Mfta will notify owners and dealers will replace the passenger’s side seat belt buckle free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about March 8, 2012. Owners may contact mfta at 1-856-467-4500.


Winnebago / access-2011-2012

Winnebago / Itasca-2011-2012

MANUFACTURER

Winnebago industries inc.

COMPONENT

power train: automatic transmission: gear position indication (prndl)


NA

SUMMARY

Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 winnebago and itasca motor homes built on a ford f-53 chassis. The ‘prndl’ cable may break at the attachment to the transmission control selector arm assembly mounted on the steering column. If the cable breaks, the transmission gear indicator in the ‘prndl’ display in the instrument panel will remain in the first gear position regardless of the gear selected.


CONSEQUENCE

An incorrect gear indication in the instrument panel may prevent the driver from knowing if they are in park or reverse, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY

Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission selector arm assembly and the ‘prndl’ cable assembly, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during March 2012. Owners may contact Winnebago industries owner relations at 1-641-585-6939.

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Kawasaki / ninja zx-10r-2008-2011

Kawasaki / ninja zx-6r-2009-2012

MANUFACTURER

Kawasaki motors corp., U.S.A.

COMPONENT

electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator


20,512

SUMMARY

Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 ninja zx-10r, and 2009-2012 ninja zx-6r motorcycles manufactured from December 14, 2007 through July 26, 2011. Due to a manufacturing error, the regulator/rectifier may insufficiently charge the battery.


CONSEQUENCE

If the battery discharges, the motorcycle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY

Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the voltage regulator, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about February 27, 2012. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 949-770-0400.


Nissan / murano-2012

Nissan / rogue-2012

MANUFACTURER

Nissan North America, inc.

COMPONENT

tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems


2,983

SUMMARY

Nissan is recalling certain model year 2012 murano and rogue vehicles, manufactured from November 23, 2011 through January 11, 2012. During assembly, the tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) was not activated. thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 138,”tire pressure monitoring system.”


CONSEQUENCE

A non-active tpms cannot warn a driver that a tire is underinflated. Underinflated tires can result in tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to a blowout and possible crash.

REMEDY

All of the affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory. Dealers have been instructed to activate all of the tire pressure monitoring systems.

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infiniti / mp-2011-2012

infiniti / qx-2011-2012

Nissan / juke-2011-2012

MANUFACTURER

Nissan / juke

COMPONENT

fuel system, diesel: storage: tank assembly


79,275

SUMMARY

Nissan is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 juke, infiniti qx and infiniti m vehicles. The fuel pressure sensors may not have been tightened to the correct specification. As a result, the fuel pressure sensor may loosen due to heat and vibration causing fuel to leak.


CONSEQUENCE

Fuel may leak from the pressure sensor, increasing the risk of a fire.

REMEDY

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pressure sensors, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on March 19, 2012. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 615-725-1000.


Mack / leu-2010-2011

Mack / mru-2009-2011

MANUFACTURER

Mack trucks, inc

COMPONENT

suspension: front


2,065

SUMMARY

Mack is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 mru and model year 2010-2011 leu vehicles, manufactured from January 1, 2009, through September 30, 2010 because the front axle may crack and fracture.


CONSEQUENCE

Complete fractures can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY

Mack will notify owners, and replace the axle beams on affected vehicles when sufficient quantities are available. As an interim measure, a mag particle inspection will be provided to mitigate risk and identify vehicles with cracked axle beams. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before March 30, 2012. Owners may contact Mack trucks at 1-800-866-1177.

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thor / hurricane 32a-2010

thor / windsport 32a-2012

MANUFACTURER

thor motor coach

COMPONENT

engine and engine cooling: exhaust system


165

SUMMARY

Thor motor coach (tmc) is recalling certain model year 2010 windsport and hurricane motor homes manufactured from April 27, 2009, through September 3, 2010. On these vehicles, the exhaust system is close to a vehicle storage compartment. heat can build up in this area.


CONSEQUENCE

Heat build up could result in a fire, property damage, personal injury or death.

REMEDY

Tmc will notify owners, and dealers will install a heat shield to protect the storage compartment from the heat generated by the exhaust. This service will be performed free of charge. Tmc has not provided nhtsa with a notification schedule. Owners may contact tmc at 1-877-855-2867.


Porsche / cayenne-2011-2012

Porsche / cayennes-2011-2012

Porsche / cayenne s hybrid-2011-2012

Porsche / cayenne turbo-2011-2012

MANUFACTURER

Porsche cars North America, inc.

COMPONENT

exterior lighting: headlights


20,278

SUMMARY

Porsche is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 cayenne, cayenne s, cayenne s hybrid, and cayenne turbo vehicles manufactured from March 8, 2010, through January 31, 2012 because the headlamps may come loose and detach from the fender.


CONSEQUENCE

A detached headlight could lead to loss of visibility and an increased risk of a crash.

REMEDY

Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headlamp locking assemblies, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on February 23, 2012. Owners may contact Porsche at 1-800-767-7243.

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Morgan Olson / walk in van-2009-2012

MANUFACTURER

Morgan Olson corporation

COMPONENT

latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch


8,316

SUMMARY

Certain model year 2009-2012 Morgan Olson walk-in van type vehicles, manufactured from September 1, 2009, through February 2, 2012, with sliding front side doors, have door latch systems that fail to meet the strength requirements of s4.2.1.1(a) of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, "door locks and door retention components," and therefore do not comply.


CONSEQUENCE

A door latch system that does not comply with strength requirements may not remain fully latched keeping the door closed, especially in the event of an accident, and may increase the possibility of occupant partial or full ejection.

REMEDY

Morgan Olson will notify owners, and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided the agency with a notification schedule. Owners may contact Morgan Olson at 1-269-659-0200.


newell / motor home-2003-2010

MANUFACTURER

newell coach corp.

COMPONENT

visibility: sun roof assembly


210

SUMMARY

Newell is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 motor coaches manufactured from January 2004 through December 2009, equipped with se-gi windows. The adhesive bond between the glass portion of the vent panel and hinge may degrade, and the panel may detach and fall from the vehicle.


CONSEQUENCE

If this occurred during travel it could create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.

REMEDY

Newell will notify owners but the notification schedule and the recall remedy is to be determined. This service will be performed free of charge. Owners may contact newell at 1-888-963-9355.

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Acura / mdx-2012

Honda / pilot2012

MANUFACTURER

Honda (American Honda motor co.)

COMPONENT

fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly


8,709

SUMMARY

Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 pilot and Acura mdx vehicles. The vent shut float (vsf) valve case in the fuel tank assembly does not meet the design specifications.


CONSEQUENCE

As a result, fuel may leak from the tank, increasing the risk of fire.

REMEDY

Honda will notify owners and dealers will inspect the vsf assembly date and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank assembly, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about March 13, 2012. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.


ic bus / ce-2012-2013

ic bus / re-2012-2013

MANUFACTURER

Navistar, inc

COMPONENT

service brakes, air: supply: check valve


931

SUMMARY

Navistar is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 ic bus ce and re school buses manufactured from December 2, 2010, through January 26, 2012, and equipped with bendix atr-6 antilock traction relay valves. In extremely cold conditions, these bendix relay valves may potentially develop internal leakage. Internal leakage can lead to air pressure being delivered to affected primary or secondary brakes causing continuous brake application.


CONSEQUENCE

Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Also, the brakes may be applied without illuminating the brake lights, failing to give proper warning to other drivers.

REMEDY

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will provide a temporary repair until bendix develops a permanent remedy. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about April 6, 2012. This service will be performed free of charge. Owners may contact Navistar at 260-461-1890.

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beaver coach / contessa-2008-2010

beaver coach / Monterey-2009

holiday rambler / ambassador-2009-2011

holiday rambler / endeavour-2010-2011

holiday rambler / Neptune-2010-2011

holiday rambler / scepter-2010-2011

Monaco / camelot-2010-2011

Monaco coach / cayman-2009-2011

Monaco coach / diplomat-2010-2011

Monaco coach / knight-2009-2011

Monaco coach / vesta-2011

MANUFACTURER

Navistar, inc

COMPONENT

electrical system


249

SUMMARY

Navistar is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 beaver and certain model year 2009-2011 Monaco, and certain model year 2009-2011 holiday rambler recreational vehicles, manufactured from October 25, 2007, through August 26, 2010, equipped with iota its-50r 50 amp automatic transfer switches. The iota its-50r 50 amp automatic transfer switch bus bar and/or electrical connections may be inadequate to handle the electrical load.


CONSEQUENCE

Electrical overload of the transfer switch could lead to overheating, and a fire, increasing the risk of property damage, personal injury, or death.

REMEDY

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the iota its-50r transfer switch free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before April 15, 2012. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-800-448-7825.

AUSTRALIA Mercedes-Benz—Sprinter, Vito and Viano Vans with Diesel Engines

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Vito and Viano Vans with Diesel Engines produced between August 2010 and May 2011


Campaign Number: RC930 Target Number: 1071


Mercedes-Benz dealers

SUPPLIER

Mercedes-Benz


HAZARDS

Leaking diesel fuel may result in a fire hazard or spillage of diesel on the road, possibly causing a skid hazard to all road users.

DEFECTS

The fuel filter may leak diesel fuel

Letters will be sent to affected owners.

Owners are advised to contact their authorised Mercedes-Benz dealer to have the fuel filter replaced free of charge.

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ic bus / be-2011-2012

ic bus / ce-2011-2012

ic bus / re-2012

MANUFACTURER

navistar, inc

COMPONENT

seats


677

SUMMARY

Navistar is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 ic bus be and ce and certain model year 2012 re school buses manufactured from April 8, 2010 through July 1, 2011, equipped with c. e. white seat cushions. the self-latching mechanism used to retain the seat cushion to the frame may not activate. Thus, these seats fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."


CONSEQUENCE

If the seat cushion is not securely latched to the seat structure, the seat could become dislodged, increasing the risk of injury to the vehicle occupants.

REMEDY

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the seats free of charge. Owners may contact Navistar at 260-461-1890.


Honda / odyssey-2008-2009

MANUFACTURER

Honda (American Honda motor co.)

COMPONENT

structure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device


45,747

SUMMARY

Honda is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 odyssey vehicles, the gas-filled struts that help to raise and support the liftgate of vehicles equipped with a power liftgate system may be prone to early life failures due to a manufacturing flaw. The flaw can result in a leak of the pressurized gas, leading to reduced strut performance.


CONSEQUENCE

Struts with diminished performance can lead to unexpected closure, increasing the risk of personal injury.

REMEDY

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace both power liftgate gas struts free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about March 13, 2012. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.

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wildfire / wf650-c-2009

MANUFACTURER

wildfire motors, inc.

COMPONENT

service brakes, air: antilock: abs warning light


202

SUMMARY

Wildfire is recalling certain model year 2009 wf650-c motorcycles, manufactured from April 2008 through January 2009 for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 122, “motorcycle brake system.” As built, these motorcycles have a single brake fluid reservoir with a single filler opening and lack the required reservoir labeling. Warning lamps indicating brake failure are also absent.


CONSEQUENCE

without the required brake reservoir label, operators may improperly maintain the brake system. With only a single brake fluid reservoir for the entire brake system and no brake failure indicator lamp, in the event of any brake fluid leak, the entire brake system could fail without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY

Wildfire will contact owners, and dealers will correct the motorcycles, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during March 2012. Owners may contact wildfire at 740-283-6540.


Nissan / altima-2012

Nissan / versa-2012

MANUFACTURER

Nissan North America, inc.

COMPONENT

air bags: side/window


976

SUMMARY

Nissan is recalling certain model year 2012 altima and versa vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with side curtain air bags that contain an incorrect propellant mixture for the initiator component used, resulting in insufficient output of compressed gas.


CONSEQUENCE

The side curtain air bags may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.

REMEDY

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bag modules, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on February 27, 2012. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 615-725-1000.

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caterpillar / ct660-2012-2013

MANUFACTURER

caterpillar inc.

COMPONENT



104

SUMMARY

Caterpillar is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 ct660 commercial trucks, manufactured from December 2, 2010, through January 26, 2012, and equipped with bendix atr-6 traction relay valves. In extremely cold conditions, these bendix relay valves may potentially develop internal leakage. Internal leakage can lead to air pressure being delivered to affected primary or secondary brake causing continuous brake application.


CONSEQUENCE

Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the brakes to overheat and lead to a fire. unexpected continuous brake application can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Also, the brakes may be applied without illuminating the brake lights, failing to give proper warning to other drivers.

REMEDY

Caterpillar will notify owners, and dealers will provide a temporary repair until bendix develops a permanent remedy. This service will be performed free of charge. Owners may contact caterpillar at 309-675-5658.


Ducati / hypermotard 1100 evo-2012

Ducati / hypermotard 1100 evo sp-2011

Ducati / hypermotard 796-2012

Ducati / hypermotard1100evo sp c-2012

Ducati / monster 1100 evo-2012

Ducati / monster 696-2012

Ducati / monster 796-2012

MANUFACTURER

Ducati North America

COMPONENT

fuel system, other: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings


913

SUMMARY

Ducati is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 hypermotard and monster motorcycles manufactured from June 25, 2011, through November 30, 2011. The fuel lines contain micro-cracking due to insufficient drying of raw materials prior to extrusion.


CONSEQUENCE

This could cause a fuel leak, which in the presence of an ignition source, may lead to a fire and increased risk of property damage or personal injury.

REMEDY

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel lines free of charge. Ducati has not yet provided the agency with an owner notification schedule for this campaign. Owners may contact Ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or go to their website at www.ducati.com.

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ic bus / hc-2012

international / 9200-2011-2013



international / 9900-2013

international / durastar-2011-2013

international / lonestar-2011-2013

international / paystar-2011-2013

international / prostar-2011-2013

international / transtar-2011-2013

international / workstar-2011-2013

MANUFACTURER

Navistar, inc

COMPONENT



18,959

SUMMARY

Navistar is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 ic bus hc and international 9400and certain model year 2011 through 2013 international durastar, paystar, workstar, transtar, lonestar, prostar, 9200, and 9800, and certain model year 2013 international 9900, vehicles, manufactured from December 2, 2010, through January 26, 2012, and equipped with bendix atr-6 traction relay valves. In extremely cold conditions, these bendix relay valves may potentially develop internal leakage. Internal leakage can lead to air pressure being delivered to affected primary or secondary brakes causing continuous brake application.


CONSEQUENCE

Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the brakes to overheat and lead to a fire. Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Also, the brakes may be applied without illuminating the brake lights, failing to give proper warning to other drivers.

REMEDY

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will provide a temporary repair until bendix develops a permanent remedy. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before April 6, 2012. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-800-448-7825.

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executive coach / bus 550-2009 2011

executive coach / limousine-2010-2011

MANUFACTURER

executive coach builders

COMPONENT

equipment: electrical


19

SUMMARY

Executive coach is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Lincoln town car limousines and model year 2009 and 2011 ford bus 550 vehicles equipped with sure power battery separator devices, due to overheating.


CONSEQUENCE

Overheating of the battery separator can result in smoke and possible fire.

REMEDY

Executive coach will notify owners and replace the battery separators free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2012. Owners may contact executive coach at 888-322-9272.

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EU/ICELAND CATEGORY: Childcare articles and children's equipment

PRODUCT: Child‘s car seat

BRAND: All Ride Prince

TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Barcode: 8711252288314, Batch: 353884

DESCRIPTION: Children's car seat made of styrofoam with a black and dark blue cover. Intended for children weighing from 9-25 kg.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Netherlands


INJURIES

The product poses a risk of injuries because the car seat is made of styrofoam and can easily break. There are no fastenings or IsoFix connectors at the back of the chair to install it in the car.

The product does not comply with the ECE Regulation 44R03-04

Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the importer and recall from consumers.

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USA NAME OF PRODUCT: All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV)

UNITS: About 2,900

DISTRIBUTOR: American Honda Motor Company, of Torrance, Calif.

DESCRIPTION: The recalled vehicles are two-wheel drive 2012 Honda FourTrax Rancher ATV models TRX420TE and TRX420TM. The ATVs are red or green and have the word "Honda" on both sides of the fuel tank and the word "Rancher" on the front cowl below the handlebars and on the left rear fender. Rancher models in the following VIN ranges are being recalled:

MANUFACTURED IN: United States

HAZARD: A weld on the ATV's front right upper suspension arm can separate, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle, posing a crash hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Honda is aware of four incidents of suspension arm weld failures, including one in which a rider suffered a sprained wrist.

Voluntary recall.

USA NAME OF PRODUCT: Latch for Utility Vehicle Door

UNITS: About 5,200

IMPORTER: LSI Products Inc. dba Pro Armor of Riverside, Cal.

DESCRIPTION: The Pro Armor Slam Latches are black metal door latches sold for use in Polaris RZR, Can-Am Commander and Kawasaki Teryx utility vehicles. The latches were sold separately or purchased as an add-on installed on a door that was bought separately.

MANUFACTURED IN: United States

HAZARD: The latch pin can disengage from the latch allowing the door to open while the vehicle is moving. This can pose a risk of ejection of an unrestrained rider and impact or laceration hazards.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Pro Armor has received nine reports of the latch pin disengaging. No injuries have been reported.

Voluntary recall.

MODEL VIN RANGES

TRX420TE 1HFTE344* C4500841 thru C4502580

TRX420TM 1HFTE340* C4500542 thru C4501681

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USA EQUIPMENT BRAND NAME / PART NO. OR MODEL NO.

hispec / aluminum trailer wheel-

MANUFACTURER

hispec wheel and tire, inc

COMPONENT

wheels

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED:

846

SUMMARY

Hispec wheel and tire, inc. (hispec) is recalling certain 16" split spoke aluminum trailer wheelshispec wheel and tire, inc. (hispec) is recalling certain 16" split spoke aluminum trailer wheels with 6 or 8 lugs. A crack can develop in the spoke of the wheel which can lead to additional cracks and potential failure if the wheel is not removed from service with 6 or 8 lugs. A crack can develop in the spoke of the wheel which can lead to additional cracks and potential failure if the wheel is not removed from service.


CONSEQUENCE

Should the crack progress to complete failure of the wheel, the entire wheel and tire can separate from the trailer, possibly resulting in a crash.

REMEDY

Hispec is working with distributors and the vehicle manufacturers to identify and notify owners of the recall campaign. All affected wheels will be replaced free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during late February or early march 2012. Owners may contact hispec at 1-800-549-4012.


Carlisle / hydrastar

Carlisle / hydrastar xl

MANUFACTURER

Carlisle brake and friction company

COMPONENT

equipment


1,165

SUMMARY

Carlisle brake and friction company is recalling certain hydrastar and hydrastar xl trailer brake actuators produced from October 5, 2011, through December 9, 2011. One of the rotating components in the hydraulic pump missed a heat treat operation causing the actuator to wear at a higher than normal rate. As a result, the hydraulic pump could fail and result in a loss of braking ability in the trailer.


CONSEQUENCE

Loss of braking ability can lead to loss of control of the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash, serious injuries, or property damage.

REMEDY

Carlisle brake and friction company will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hydraulic pumps free of charge. Owners may contact Carlisle brake and friction company at 1-800-542-0972.

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NOTIFYING COUNTRY



tow ready / t-one connector

MANUFACTURER

cequent towing products, inc.

COMPONENT

equipment


12

SUMMARY

Cequent is recalling certain tow ready t-one connectors (trailer wiring harness adapters), part number 118542 that were sold in the aftermarket for use on model year 2011 and 2012 dodge charger vehicles. Due to an error in the circuit logic, the t-one connector may cause the left (driver) side brake lamp on the trailer to become inoperable while the right (passenger) side turn signal lamp is activated.


CONSEQUENCE

without brake lights, following drivers may not know that the lead vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY

Cequent will notify owners and replace the t-one connector free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during March 2012. Owners may contact cequent customer service at 1-877-208-2573.


bluepoint / battery maintainer eebm10

charge it / battery maintainer 4410

charge it / battery maintainer 4420

MANUFACTURER

clore automotive, llc

COMPONENT

equipment: electrical


6,763

SUMMARY

Clore automotive, inc (clore) is recalling certain charge it and bluepoint (snap-on) battery maintainers, part numbers 4410, 4420, and eebm100. mechanical damage to a capacitor could result in decreased resistance between the positive and negative leads which may lead to a short circuit.


CONSEQUENCE

The heat generated by the short circuit could cause the plastic and /or output cables to melt, increasing the risk of a fire.

REMEDY

Clore will notify owners on, or before, March 10, 2012 and provide a similar replacement product free of charge. Owners may contact clore at 1-913-310-1054.

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USA TIRE BRAND NAME / TIRE LINE / TIRE SIZE:

Goodyear / wrangler silent armor / lt325/60r18 lre-mar 01, 2009 - may 31, 2009




Goodyear / wrangler silent armor / lt285/70r17 lrd-mar 01, 2009 - may 31, 2009


MANUFACTURER

Goodyear tire & rubber company

COMPONENT

tires: tread/belt


40,915

SUMMARY

Goodyear is recalling certain wrangler silent armor tires, sizes lt235/80r17 lre, lt325/60r18 lre, lt275/70r18 lre, lt265/70r17 lre, lt245/75r17 lre, and lt285/70r17 lrd, produced from the 9th week of 2009, through the 22nd week of 2009 (March 31st through May 31st). These tires may experience a partial tread area separation under certain severe usage conditions.


CONSEQUENCE

Partial tread separation could lead to vehicle damage when the separated tread strikes the vehicle. A tread separation could also cause a tire failure that could result ina motor vehicle crash.

REMEDY

Goodyear will notify owners and replace the tires free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before March 22, 2012. Owners may contact Goodyear at 1-800-592-3267.

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FOR ENQUIRIES

[email protected] www.sgs.com/regulatorycompliance

GCSC has compiled the below sources:

PRODUCT RECALLS IN EUROPE

The Rapid Alert System for Non-Food Products (RAPEX) - Weekly overview reports of RAPEX notifications.

http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/dyna/rapex/rapex_archives_en.cfm

The official contact points of the Member and EFTA-EEA States provide the information published in these weekly overviews. Under the terms of Annex II.10 to the General Product Safety Directive (2001/95/EC) responsibility for the information provided lies with the notifying party. The Commission does not take any responsibility for the accuracy of the information provided.

PRODUCT RECALLS IN THE USA

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/recalls/recallsearch.cfm (US Automotive recalls)

PRODUCT RECALLS IN AUSTRALIA

http://www.recalls.gov.au/

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http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/dyna/rapex/rapex_archives_en.cfm

http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/recalls/recallsearch.cfm

http://www.recalls.gov.au/

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