Product description

A small electronic device that regulates and actuates the electric brakes of a trailer and allows the driver to activate and monitor trailer brake activity from the cab of the vehicle.

See a list of details to help identify the product

Reason the product is recalled

Where the installation has not been carried out in accordance with the product manual, using dedicated wiring from a single battery supply, there is potential at any time for no trailer brake output indicated by a flashing yellow/red warning lamp.

The hazards to consumers

When towing, the braking distance of the tow vehicle and trailer may be increased and that could lead to a risk of a car accident.

What consumers should do

Affected consumers should contact REDARC Electronics by calling 1800 733 272 or 08 8322 4848 (Monday to Friday, 8am - 5:30pm (ACDST)), or by email service@redarc.com.au to find the details of their nearest REDARC dealer/installer to change over the main control unit of the TowPro Elite V2 electric trailer brake controller, free of charge.

If the TowPro Elite V2 electric trailer brake controller is not installed on a vehicle, the consumer should contact REDARC to arrange a free replacement.

Customers can also contact REDARC online https://www.redarc.com.au/recall-notice and check using the serial number checking tool if their product is in the affected batch.

Details to help identify the product

Supplier running the recall

Who sold the product

Independent auto electricians
TowBar fitment specialists
Online auto parts stores
Specialist 4WD stores

Identifying numbers

SKU

EBRH-ACCV2

Dates available for sale

-

Where the product was sold

Nationally
International
Online

Responsible regulators

Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.

Quote PRA number 2019/17292 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.