Product description
Dometic Marine Steering Cable installed in boats with mechanical steering systems.
Affected models are:
a) Malibu Response Models include the Response TXI.
b) Malibu Wakesetter models include the 20VTX, 21LX, 22LSV, 23LSV and 23MXZ.
c) Axis models include the A20 and T220
See a list of details to help identify the product
Reason the product is recalled
The retaining nut that is designed to prevent the boat’s steering cable from detaching from the boat’s rudder block may fail.
The hazards to consumers
If the retaining nut fails, this could lead to a loss of steering control of the boat. Steering loss may cause an accident, resulting in death or injury to the boat occupants or bystanders.
What consumers should do
Consumers should contact their closest Malibu Boats dealer to arrange for repair, free of charge. Consumers should not use the boat until it has been repaired.
A list of Malibu and Axis Boat Dealers in Australia can be found here: https://www.malibuboats.com.au/malibu-boats-specialists
For more information contact Malibu Boats Australia on 02 6040 1174 or via the online contact form at: https://www.malibuboats.com.au/malibu-boats-specialists#contactus
Details to help identify the product
Supplier running the recall
Who sold the product
Malibu and Axis Boat Dealers nationally
Identifying product features
Hull Identification Number on Boat (See attached HIN list)
Identifying numbers
Other identifying numbers
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 2022/19604 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.
