PRA number
Published date
Product description
Pedestal fan with remote control containing a button battery.
Item code: 189084
Reasons the product is recalled
The product does not comply with the mandatory information standard for products containing button/coin batteries.
The product does not include the required warning information.
The hazards to consumers
There is a risk of choking, severe internal burn injuries or death to young children if they gain access to the button/coin batteries and swallow or place them inside their body.
Severe or fatal injuries can happen in 2 hours or less.
Consumers may not be aware the product contains button batteries.
What consumers should do
Consumers should store the remote out of reach of children.
Return the fan to the place of purchase for a full refund.
For more information contact Costco on membercare@costco.com.au. or by phone on 03 5316 7223.
Supplier
Traders who sold this product
Costco wholesale Australia
Where the product was sold
Dates available for sale
Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
