Kmart recalls electric air pump due to severe shock risk
Kmart has recalled a 240-volt electric air pump, designed for domestic use, due to a fault that may cause severe electric shocks in affected products.
Tue 21/05/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Dick Smith recalls another four house brand DVD players due to fire risk
After recalling one of its house brand portable DVD players in July, Dick Smith has recalled another four models due to a fire risk. The news comes after Dick Smith's new CEO said house brands represented an "opportunity" for the retailer.
Tue 18/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »'Fluctuating power is a fact of life in Australia': F&P comments on Bosch recall
Following Bosch's recent dishwasher recall, Fisher & Paykel's technical manager has argued that fluctuating power is just part of selling appliances in Australia, and that it shouldn't be blamed for a product recall.
Thu 06/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Fisher & Paykel issues recall on two refrigerator models
Fisher & Paykel has today issued a recall on two models of refrigerators it manufactured between 2006 and 2007. In rare instances, an electrical connection in the freezer compartment can overheat resulting in a fire hazard.
Tue 11/09/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Yamaha issues speaker systems recall
The ACCC has announced a recall of a range of powered amplifiers, speakers, subwoofers and DTX monitor systems from Yamaha Music Australia.
Mon 27/06/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Product Recall: Maxim Fireplace Heater
Kalidek Enterprises, trading as Maxim Housewares, has issued a recall of their Maxim Fireplace Heater, due to the risk of overheating.
Wed 15/06/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Kmart recalls 'Homemaker' 2-Slice & 4-Slice Toasters
The ACCC has today issued a recall of Homemaker branded toaster models sold at Kmart in Australia from 2008 to 2011.
Fri 03/06/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »UPDATE: Omega and Smeg dishwasher product recall
A 2004 recall of Omega and Smeg branded dishwashers has been re-released today due to "a number of fires caused by the faulty dishwashers," according to the ACCC.
Wed 01/06/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Imation recalls Memorex Wii accessories
Imation has recalled two Wii accessories under the Memorex brand due to a potential risk of overheating leading to melting plastic.
Thu 10/02/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Dick Smith portable DVD player a fire hazard
Dick Smith Electronics has issued a national recall of two self-branded 7-inch portable DVD players due to a potential fire hazard.
Thu 20/01/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Faulty Acer notebooks recalled
Acer has just issued a voluntary product recall on its Aspire Notebook computers due to frayed cabling that can overheat the device and in turn burn consumers.
Tue 09/02/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Fire fears force fridge recall
UPDATED: A refrigerator sold nationally has been recalled amid fears it could leak flammable gases, hence posing a fire hazard.
Wed 03/02/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Electrolux provides update on mass washing machine recall
Less than 10 per cent of affected consumers have so far contacted Electrolux after its recall of almost 200,000 washing machines. Most users are content to take safety precautions to prevent any minor shocks.
Wed 06/01/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Faulty panel heaters recalled by Sampford IXL
Sampford IXL has issued a voluntary product recall on certain panel heaters in its range due to a risk of fire and melting of internal components.
Thu 24/12/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Hagemeyer recalls faulty Eurolux strip heaters
Hagemeyer Brands Australia has issued a voluntary safety recall on its Eurolux branded wall-mounted strip heaters due to a risk of electric shock and fire.
Wed 16/12/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Short circuiting Belkin products recalled
Belkin has issued a recall alert on certain products in its TuneBase range, which allow you to listen to music while charging your iPhone and iPod in the car. The recall is due to a risk of short circuit and fire.
Mon 14/12/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Flammable air conditioner recalled from Bunnings
A product recall alert has been announced on a brand of portable air conditioners sold through Bunnings Warehouse. The reason for the recall is because in extreme heat the unit can overheat and catch fire.
Fri 11/12/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Shocking Logitech power adapter recalled
Logitech Australia Computer Peripherals has issued a product recall for a power adaptor on one of its iPod and iPhone alarm clocks due to a risk of electric shock. Big W, JB Hi-Fi, Harvey Norman and The Good Guys have all sold this product.
Thu 10/12/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Australia not impacted by Nokia charger recall
Nokia today issued a statement to reassure its Australian and New Zealand customers that a recent charger exchange program initiated overseas, does not impact customers locally.
Tue 10/11/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Shocking heater light exhaust fan recalled
A product recall has just been announced on a brand of heater light exhaust fans which can apparently shock consumers when they attempt to change the light globe.
Mon 09/11/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Acer Aspire notebooks recalled
A nationwide recall has been issued on certain Acer Aspire notebooks due to frayed cabling that may burn consumers.
Thu 05/11/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »ACCC changes stance over Samsung TV stand recall
The ACCC has revised its initial product recall statement in regards to TV stands from Samsung. The initial statement claimed the product may cause large screen TVs to topple over and injure small children, this has now been removed.
Mon 14/09/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Samsung responds to TV stand recall
Samsung Australia has provided a statement to Current.com.au in reference to a recent recall on some its TV stands. The company wants to reassure customers and retailers that it is proactively resolving the issue.
Fri 11/09/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Samsung TV stands recalled
A major product recall has been announced for a faulty Samsung TV stand that can cause your large flat screen television to fall, creating a massive safety risk for consumers.
Fri 11/09/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Hazardous coffee grinder recalled
A popular brand of coffee grinder has been recalled in Australia due to the fact that it poses a severe safety risk for consumers.
Thu 18/06/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »'Shocking' travel adaptors recalled from Target stores
It has been announced that approximately 2000 world travel adaptors distributed in Target stores are being recalled due to potential safety concerns, including electric shock, death or property damage.
Thu 04/06/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Faulty evaporative cooler recalled
A national recall has been issued on Brivis branded evaporative coolers, with the possibility of a broken pump causing property damage or personal injury.
Tue 05/05/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »BSH recall does not apply to Australian Dishwashers
BSH Home Appliances told Current.com.au that a product recall, due to a potential fire hazard on a range of dishwashers in the US, does not apply to Australia.
Thu 22/01/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Apple recalls iPhone power adaptors due to electrocution risk
Apple has announced the international recall of its iPhone 3G ultracompact USB adaptor. This recall is due to a perceived risk of electrocution, although no injuries have thus far been reported.
Mon 22/09/2008 12:00:00 / Read More »Bathroom heat lamps recalled due to fire risk
A recall has been announced for a range of heat lamps supplied by Chief Kitchenware. In total, four different brands are affected.
Fri 05/09/2008 12:00:00 / Read More »Electrolux denies dishwasher recall due to Regency Park plant closure
Electrolux has denied any link between the closure of its Regency Park dishwasher manufacturing plant in May this year and the quality problems with its current dishwashers.
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