An official ACCC notice concerns Roadsafe Soft Shackle Rope. If the soft shackle is attached to an unsuitable anchor point such as a standard tow ball and used for vehicle recovery, the tow ball and recovery strap can shear and recoil at great force. This can pose a risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants or bystanders. Published 2017-12-22.
What to do now
Consumers should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. For further information consumers can contact Roadsafe by phoning (03) 8687 1700 Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm or via email at sales@roadsafe.com.au.
Recall number
70bc7fa8-8a9f-4d1f-815a-24459a248c96
Official notice
2017-12-22
The hazard
The hazard
If the soft shackle is attached to an unsuitable anchor point such as a standard tow ball and used for vehicle recovery, the tow ball and recovery strap can shear and recoil at great force. This can pose a risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants or bystanders.
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