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What are the defects?
The left and right tow-bar attachment bracket may crack causing the tow-bar to detach from the vehicle.
What are the hazards?
If the tow-bar detaches from the vehicle while towing, there will be a loss of vehicle and trailer control which may result in the injury or death of vehicle occupants and other road users.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the tow-bar.
Consumers should contact the store where they first purchased and/or had the tow-bar fitted to arrange for it to be removed from their vehicle and for a full refund.
For further information consumers should contact Opposite Lock Customer Service by phone on
1300 168 616 (Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm), by email at oppositelock-warranty@anaustralia.com.au or via the website at https://oppositelock.com.au/ol/contacts
Traders who sold this product
Bapcor retail outlets including Opposite Lock Stores, Autobarn and online.
Where the product was sold
Dates available for sale
Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
