Subaru extends Takata recalls
Around 95 000 additional Subaru vehicles have been recalled due to faulty Takata airbags. Subaru owners are urged to check if their VIN has been added to the extended recall.
View ArticleHave your say about improving quad bike safety
Quad bikes riders and industry can make a submission to the ACCC’s quad bike safety investigation, with proposed reforms outlined in an Issues Paper released today.“Tragically, 114 people have been...
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ACCC’s surveillance on mini jelly cups containing konjac
The ACCC recently conducted surveillance against the ban on mini jelly cups containing konjac (also known as glucomannan, conjac, konnyaku, konjonac, taro powder and yam flour), having a height or...
View ArticleStrengthening the safety of automotive maintenance products
SAFETY standards for everyday automotive maintenance products including motor vehicle recovery straps, portable ramps and vehicle support stands have been strengthened to protect the safety of...
View ArticleSafe summer essentials
Products and activities common to this time of year can pose accident risks, particularly if you aren't vigilant or fail to identify safety hazards.
View ArticleTakata airbag warning ahead of holidays
The ACCC is urging drivers of vehicles with defective Takata airbags installed to check if their car is affected by the biggest global vehicle recall in history before driving long distances this summer.
View ArticleStocking fillers could be killers
As millions of Australians rush to finish their Christmas shopping and fill the stockings of loved ones they should be cautious about the gifts they buy and receive for children.
View ArticleSwim safe this summer
Sumer is one of the best times of year to jump in the pool or head to the beach but some of the everyday products used to make this time enjoyable can be hazardous especially for children.
View ArticleACCC surveillance activity targets decorative alcohol fuelled devices
In August 2017, the ACCC undertook surveillance focussing on the supply of decorative alcohol fuelled devices, more commonly known as ethanol burners.
View ArticleCompulsory Takata airbag recalls affecting Australian drivers
Drivers are being urged to check if they are affected by the compulsory recall of vehicles with defective Takata airbags, which has been issued by the Assistant Minister to the Treasurer, the Hon...
View ArticleACCC targets quad bike, button battery and furniture safety
Chairman Rod Sims today announced the ACCC’s product safety priorities for 2018 at the National Consumer Congress in Sydney, and reaffirmed support for a general safety provision to be introduced in...
View ArticleACCC moves to improve quad bike safety
The ACCC has proposed major changes to improve the safety of quad bikes, including the introduction of a safety rating system, crush protection devices and mandatory minimum performance...
View ArticleVic: Program in place to address CO risk in Heritage gas heaters
Energy Safe Victoria is urging Victorians with either a Vulcan Heritage or a Pyrox Heritage gas heater in their home not to use them until they are tested by a qualified gasfitter.
View ArticleThermomix ordered to pay penalties of more than $4.6 million
The Federal Court of Australia has ordered Thermomix In Australia Pty Ltd (Thermomix) to pay penalties totalling $4,608,500 for making false or misleading representations and misleading the public in...
View ArticleVoluntary Takata-related recalls
A compulsory recall applies to vehicles and spare parts that have defective Takata airbags. In addition to the compulsory recall, there are two categories of voluntary Takata-related recalls.
View ArticleWell winter safety tips
Many winter products can be unsafe if they are old, faulty or used incorrectly. Stay safe with our 'well winter' safety tips that can help Australians avoid burns, injury and death, while staying warm...
View ArticleToppling furniture: lessons from toddler’s tragic death
Toddler Blake Shaw was killed when a freestanding bookcase fell on him in August 2016. His death provides a tragic reminder to all parents and carers to anchor unstable furniture and large TVs.
View ArticleTakata alpha airbags require immediate replacement
Consumers need to take immediate steps to have their airbags replaced if their car has a Takata ‘alpha’ airbag installed. Alpha bags are a higher risk subset of the Takata bags being recalled.
View ArticleAlmost two million deadly Takata airbags still in Australian cars
The ACCC has released comprehensive state-by-state data detailing recall rates for deadly Takata airbags, and the first data detailing progress made by various vehicle manufacturers in removing them...
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