PRA number
2011/12729
Published date
Product description
Handles on a Trade Service Body ("TSB") fitted to vehicles, 5-6 handles per TSB unit.
Reasons the product is recalled
The handles on the TSB unit may open under vibration whilst driving.
The hazards to consumers
If the handles open whilst driving, tools and equipment stored in the unit may fall onto the road, potentially causing damage to the tools/equipment and injury to other road users.
What consumers should do
Until replacement handles are available, APMI advise affected customers to use a physical restraint and duct tape over the handles and body of the TSB unit to prevent any possibility of the handles opening.
ACTCO Pickering Metal Industries Pty Ltd will contact consumers directly via letter advising them of how the defect will be rectified.
ACTCO Pickering Metal Industries Pty Ltd will contact consumers directly via letter advising them of how the defect will be rectified.
Traders who sold this product
APMI
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Dates available for sale
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Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
