Thetford 3-Way Absorption Fridge

Official notice

26 Mar 2018

Last checked

26 Mar 2018

High riskACCC

An official ACCC notice concerns Thetford 3-Way Absorption Fridge. If the test point nut is not correctly tightened, it could cause a gas leak, potentially leading to a fire. Published 2018-03-26.

What to do now

Consumers should check the serial number on the label in the interior cabinet of the fridge. If the serial number falls within the range detailed above, consumers should immediately discontinue using the product on gas. Consumers should then go to http://www.thetfordfridgecheck.com to find out if their fridge is included in the recall. Consumers should then: 1. Enter the product serial number and follow the prompts where needed. 2. Or call Thetford on 1800 503 100 to check if the fridge is affected. Consumers will be directed to the nearest authorised service agent to organise a repair. For further information, consumers can contact Thetford Australia on 1800 503 100 (Monday to Thursday, 8am to 4.45pm (EST) & Friday 8am - 2pm (EST)), emailing recall@thetford.com.au or go to http://www.thetfordfridgecheck.com

Recall number

bfa99de1-6602-40f6-9086-77e366d0f7c6

Official notice

2018-03-26

The hazard

If the test point nut is not correctly tightened, it could cause a gas leak, potentially leading to a fire.

How to check if you're affected

Compare the product name and identifiers below with the item you own. Follow the official notice if they match.

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Affected products

Product 1

Thetford 3-Way Absorption fridge fitted into caravans and motorhomes. Model numbers: N304M.3R, N304M.3L, N504M.3FR and N504M.3FL Model and Serial Number appear on the product label in the interior cabinet on the right-hand side wall.

Risk / hazard

If the test point nut is not correctly tightened, it could cause a gas leak, potentially leading to a fire.

Where it was sold

The source does not list specific retailers. See the official notice for where affected products were sold.

Location 1

AU · Australia

Affected area 1

AU · Australia

Source & status

Source

Tier

beta

Category

HOME

Classification

Gas products and appliances, Caravan, motorhome and camper accessories

App estimate

high

Recall details

Recall number

bfa99de1-6602-40f6-9086-77e366d0f7c6

Classification

Gas products and appliances, Caravan, motorhome and camper accessories

Source tier

beta

Documents, notices & source

See the official notice and source documents for full details.

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