PRA number
2019/17366
Published date
Product description
21 ‘SmarTrike’ trike models sold between May 2007 – July 2018 at Target Australia stores including Target Country and at www.target.com.au
Reasons the product is recalled
These products have some of the features of a stroller, but are unsafe for use as a stroller as they do not have a parking brake, tether strap, or relevant warnings as required by the mandatory standard ‘Trade Practices Act 1974 Consumer Protection Notice No. 8 of 2007 – Consumer Product Safety Standard for Prams and Strollers.’
The hazards to consumers
When used as a stroller to transport children, the product may cause injury to a child if the product rolls in an uncontrolled manner or if the child falls out of the product.
What consumers should do
Consumers should not use the product as a stroller to transport children. Consumers who purchased the product from Target believing that it was a stroller or could be used as a stroller can return the product to a Target or Target Country store where a team member will provide you with a full refund. A receipt may be required to obtain a refund.
If you require further information, please contact our Customer Support Centre on 1300 753 567 or visit www.target.com.au/help/contact-us
Consumers who purchased SmarTrike trikes from retailers other than Target should contact their supplier for advice.
If you require further information, please contact our Customer Support Centre on 1300 753 567 or visit www.target.com.au/help/contact-us
Consumers who purchased SmarTrike trikes from retailers other than Target should contact their supplier for advice.
Supplier
Traders who sold this product
Target Australia stores including Target Country stores
Online at www.target.com.au
Online at www.target.com.au
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Online
Dates available for sale
-
Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
