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Published date
Product description
Empty fob shells, into which electronic circuitry and a battery can be placed, for use in opening car doors and boots remotely.
Please see attached list of affected model numbers.
Some remotes are also recalled because they don’t comply with the mandatory information standard for products containing button/coin batteries. If your remote is not listed on this recall, check PRA 2023/19827 and follow the instructions.
Reasons the product is recalled
The product does not comply with the mandatory safety standard for products containing button/coin batteries. The button/coin battery compartment is not adequately secured and can be accessible to young children.
The hazards to consumers
There is a risk of choking, severe internal burn injuries or death to young children if they gain access to the button/coin batteries and swallow or place them inside their body. Severe or fatal injuries can happen in 2 hours or less.
What consumers should do
Stop using the product immediately, keep out of reach of children and dispose of it safely.
Contact Innovative Mechatronics Group or the retailer the product was purchased from for a full refund.
For more information, please contact 03 8792 6999 (Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm) or email sales@maparts.com.au
Traders who sold this product
Repco, Supercheap Auto, Bapcor, Veale Auto Parts, Wesfil, Autobarn, Auto 1
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.
