Product description
Certain Traxxas radio controlled model vehicles, replacement slipper or brake pad parts, or replacement part assemblies containing slipper or brake pads (e.g., complete transmission kits, slipper assemblies).
Please see attached list of affected parts, kits and vehicles.
See a list of details to help identify the product.
Reason the product is recalled
The slipper pads in certain electric models and the brake pads in certain nitro fuel models may contain chrysotile asbestos, which may be released into the air through friction or if the clutch assembly or brake pads are disassembled.
The hazards to consumers
There is a risk of serious medical conditions, including asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma if asbestos fibres are released into the air and breathed in.
What consumers should do
Consumers should stop using affected vehicles immediately and must not attempt to remove or replace the slipper or brake pads, or disassemble the clutch assembly.
Affected vehicles should be returned to their place of purchase to be sent to a centralised repair facility for a free repair.
If your vehicle was bought second-hand, your place of purchase is no longer in business or you do not remember where you purchased the vehicle, you should contact Southern Model Supplies for further instructions.
For further information, contact Southern Model Supplies by telephone on 1800 888 472 or by email on sales@southernmodels.com.au.
Details to help identify the product.
Supplier running the recall
Who sold the product
Authorised Traxxas dealers (see dealer look-up tool at www.traxxas.com)
Identifying product features
Dates available for sale
Where the product was sold
Manufacturer country ID
Responsible regulators
Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.
Quote PRA number 2023/19924 when contacting a regulator about this recall.
Recall and remedy questions
Contact WorkSafe SA if you have:
- a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
- concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.