Safety regulator, Astra International and Consumers Union Announce Recall of Glove Compartment Organizer
Recall 02537 · May 8, 2002 · Astra International
15,000
units affected
15,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 02537
- Date
- May 8, 2002
- Company
- Astra International
- Units affected
- 15,000
- Product
- Glove compartment organizers
- Product type
- Automotive Products
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
Astra International imported and sold these glove compartment organizers exclusively to Consumers Union. They were mailed in a white cardboard box, the kit is a black-cloth-covered case containing a flashlight, tire gauge, pocketknife, pen and pad.
What can happen
The flashlight can overheat when the batteries are inserted, presenting a possible burn hazard. Also, the tire gauge does not produce accurate measurements when used.
The fix
Consumers should contact Consumers Union immediately for further information. Those who return the kit to Consumers Union or show they've discarded it will also have their magazine subscription extended for six months free of charge. In addition, Consumers Union will mail two free books to consumers as a replacement for the premium.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Consumers Union has received eight reports of flashlights overheating, including two minor burns to the hand.
- Sold at
- Consumer Reports magazine, published by Consumers Union, offered this premium to new subscribers, between October 2001 and April 2002
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled glove compartment organizers?
Consumers should contact Consumers Union immediately for further information. Those who return the kit to Consumers Union or show they've discarded it will also have their magazine subscription extended for six months free of charge. In addition, Consumers Union will mail two free books to consumers as a replacement.
What is the hazard?
The flashlight can overheat when the batteries are inserted, presenting a possible burn hazard. Also, the tire gauge does not produce accurate measurements when used.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.