PRA number
2019/17312
Published date
Product description
Portable car ramps used for raising the front of a vehicle off the ground, to assist with vehicle maintenance or access.
The product was available for sale between March 2018 and December 2018.
The product was available for sale between March 2018 and December 2018.
Why the product is recalled
The product does not comply with the requirements of mandatory standard 'Consumer Goods (Portable Ramps for Vehicles) Safety Standard 2017'.
The ramp may deform significantly when overloaded.
The ramp may deform significantly when overloaded.
What the hazards are to consumers
As the ramps are used for raising the front of a vehicle off the ground, there is potential for a crushing hazard if the ramp is misused (excessively overloading) while a person is underneath the vehicle. This may result in serious injury or death.
The designated load limit of each ramp is 1000kg. When the ramp is overloaded for more than 1950kg, it may deform significantly.
The designated load limit of each ramp is 1000kg. When the ramp is overloaded for more than 1950kg, it may deform significantly.
What consumers should do
Consumers should either cease using the ramp or avoid overloading the ramp.
Consumers can contact Five Oceans via email sales@gosuperspecial.com for a full refund.
Consumers can contact Five Oceans via email sales@gosuperspecial.com for a full refund.
Supplier
Traders who sold this product
Sold via eBay store 'Gosuperspecial'
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
