Product description
Various vehicles converted into motorhomes by The Motorhome Conversion Company at Slacks Creek, Queensland.
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Reason the product is recalled
1. Main run of gas piping to the cooker (and the BBQ, if fitted) is located internally instead of outside the motorhome.
2. Some BBQs (where fitted) are permanently connected to the gas pipe when in the stowed position.
3. The LPG cylinder compartment vent hole may be undersized.
4. Instruction labelling missing or incomplete, for example
a) Cylinder compartment label may be missing information
b) Internal upper and lower vents may be missing a warning label that states that the vent must remain unrestricted during use of LPG
c) The cooker may be missing a label stating that ventilation is required when the cooker is in use and that the cooker must not be used for space heating.
2. Some BBQs (where fitted) are permanently connected to the gas pipe when in the stowed position.
3. The LPG cylinder compartment vent hole may be undersized.
4. Instruction labelling missing or incomplete, for example
a) Cylinder compartment label may be missing information
b) Internal upper and lower vents may be missing a warning label that states that the vent must remain unrestricted during use of LPG
c) The cooker may be missing a label stating that ventilation is required when the cooker is in use and that the cooker must not be used for space heating.
The hazards to consumers
In the event of a gas leak from an internal main pipe run, unburnt gas may accumulate in the motorhome. This can present an asphyxiation risk. If a source of ignition is present, there may also be a fire or explosion risk.
Incomplete or absent labelling may result of gas appliances being used incorrectly or unsafely and users not being aware of hazards.
Incomplete or absent labelling may result of gas appliances being used incorrectly or unsafely and users not being aware of hazards.
What consumers should do
Immediately stop using the gas appliances in the affected motorhomes. Engage a suitably qualified and licenced person for inspection and rectification of the issues.
The Motorhome Conversion Company is no longer trading and as a result there is no avenue for remediation for consumers.
The Motorhome Conversion Company is no longer trading and as a result there is no avenue for remediation for consumers.
Details to help identify the product.
Supplier running the recall
Who sold the product
Direct From The Motorhome Conversion Company
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulators
Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.
Quote PRA number 2016/15527 when contacting a regulator about this recall.
Recall and remedy questions
Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission 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.
Product questions
Speak to Resources Safety and Health Queensland if you have a question about the reason the product is recalled or the hazards to consumers.