Traxxas, L.P. – Slipper or brake pads for radio controlled vehicles
Official notice
8 Dec 2023
Last checked
8 Dec 2023
An official ACCC notice concerns Traxxas, L.P. – Slipper or brake pads for radio controlled vehicles. There is a risk of serious medical conditions, including asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma if asbestos fibres are released into the air and breathed in. Published 2023-12-08.
What to do now
Consumers should stop using affected vehicles immediately and must not attempt to remove or replace the slipper or brake pads, or disassemble the clutch assembly. Affected vehicles should be returned to their place of purchase to be sent to a centralised repair facility for a free repair. If your vehicle was bought second-hand, your place of purchase is no longer in business or you do not remember where you purchased the vehicle, you should contact Southern Model Supplies for further instructions. For further information, contact Southern Model Supplies by telephone on 1800 888 472 or by email on sales@southernmodels.com.au.
Recall number
4fc1a478-bb1a-4d11-8581-7da0b7ac0c73
Official notice
2023-12-08
The hazard
The hazard
There is a risk of serious medical conditions, including asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma if asbestos fibres are released into the air and breathed in.
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