PRA number
2018/17099
Published date
Product description
Battery operated outdoor lensatic compass
Brand Outback
Model L406A-B
Brand Outback
Model L406A-B
Reasons the product is recalled
If damaged or dropped, the battery compartment may break open, exposing the button cell battery.
The hazards to consumers
If young children gain access to the button battery and ingest it, they may suffer internal burn injuries, which can result in serious illness and even death. Additionally, the button battery may pose a choking hazard to young children.
What consumers should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and dispose of it safely.
University Cooperative Bookshop Limited has ceased trading and is now in liquidation.
Please note, the business currently operating under the name Australian Geographic is a separate entity and so cannot assist consumers with this recall.
University Cooperative Bookshop Limited has ceased trading and is now in liquidation.
Please note, the business currently operating under the name Australian Geographic is a separate entity and so cannot assist consumers with this recall.
Supplier
University Cooperative Bookshop Limited t/as AG Co-op (Australian Geographic)
Traders who sold this product
University Cooperative Bookshop Limited in Australian Geographic stores
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Dates available for sale
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Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
