PRA number
2004/7212
Published date
Product description
The hot water bottles are either pink or deep blue/purple in colour and they have a batch code of "04" inside a segmented circle, embossed on the neck of the bottle. Sold in Coles after 1 April 2004.
Reasons the product is recalled
The hot water bottle has been manufactured from faulty material that may cause the bottle to split in the neck region, creating a potential scalding hazard.
The hazards to consumers
Scalding.
What consumers should do
Customers should return these hot water bottles to their nearest Coles for a refund. For further information call Coles Customer enquiries on 1800 061 562.
Supplier
Coles Myer Supermarkets
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
