PRODUCT RECALLS THE SGS PUBLICATION GATHERING CONSUMER PRODUCT RECALLS IN THE EU, IN THE USA AND IN AUSTRALIA

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1 PRODUCT RECALLS THE SGS PUBLICATION GATHERING CONSUMER PRODUCT RECALLS IN THE EU, IN THE USA AND IN CONSUMER TESTING SERVICES (CTS) SEPTEMBER 2010 CONTENTS AUTOMOTIVE Pages 1 to 16 Motor Vehicle (31) Child Safety Seat (0) Motor Vehicle Equipment (2)

2 AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE SUZUKI / EQUATOR SUZUKI / GRAND VITARA 2010 SUZUKI / SX MANUFACTURER: AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. COMPONENT: EQUIPMENT SUMMARY: SUZUKI is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 sx4, 2010 grand vitara, and 2009 through 2010 equator vehicles that were equipped with a garmin nuvi model 750, 760, and 765 navigation system. The batteries contained in the affected gps units can overheat. ADVENTURE / SUBURBAN 2011 MANUFACTURER: ADVENTURE MANUFACTURING COMPONENT: EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE 328 SUMMARY: ADVENTURER is recalling certain model year 2011 adventurer motor homes and truck campers equipped with suburban gas cook stoves with sealed burners. The units involved use an aluminum tube to carry liquid propane gas from the oven control valve to the gas orifice which supplies gas to the burner. This can cause the tube to break resulting in a gas leak when the oven burner attempts to light. Overheated batteries could result in a fire. A gas leak occurring in the area of the oven pilot can cause a "flash" when the gas ignites, and would cause a fire if the oven valve is not promptly turned off. SUZUKI will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by garmin technicians by replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during September Owners may contact garmin directly at or Suzuki at Owners may also visit garmin s website at nuvibatterypcbrecall. A replacement gas line will be sourced and tested to insure that the defect which created the stress point has been eliminated. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during September Owners may contact adventure LP at Page 2

3 AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE ITASCA / SUNSTAR 2011 WINNEBAGO / VISTA 2011 MANUFACTURER: WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC. COMPONENT: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING 99 SUMMARY: WINNEBAGO is recalling certain model year 2011 vista and itasca sunstar motor homes manufactured from march 16, 2010 through august 12, These vehicles may have the potential for a cable that powers the slideout room to make contact with the driveshaft when the slideout is retracted. FERRARI / MANUFACTURER: FERRARI NORTH AMERICA INC COMPONENT: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 303 SUMMARY: FERRARI is recalling certain model year italia vehicles. The heat created by the engine could cause possible deformation of the rear right hand and left hand wheelhouse and heat shield assemblies. The assembly could come excessively close to the exhaust system causing the bonding adhesive used in the assembly to overheat and produce smoke. HONDA / ACCORD CROSSTOUR 2010 MANUFACTURER: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) COMPONENT: AIR BAGS 3336 SUMMARY: Honda is recalling certain model year 2010 accord crosstour vehicles. The front passenger airbag may not have been assembled according to correct specifications. If this cable makes contact with the driveshaft, it could wear the protective jacket and insulation off the cable exposing the conductors to the driveshaft and electrifying the chassis, which could result in personal injury or death. Under particularly high ambient operating temperature this could cause the adhesive to ignite, resulting in a vehicle fire and/ or rendering the vehicle inoperable and possibly resulting in a crash. In the event of a crash, the front passenger airbag may not deploy as intended and could place an unbelted child seated in the front passenger seat at greater risk of injury should the airbag deploy. Dealers will install a driveshaft closeout panel between the chassis frame rails to protect and support the wire harness. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before September 31, Owners may contact Winnebago at Dealers will remove the existing heat shields and bonding adhesive from the right hand and left hand rear wheelhouses, and install new protective heat shields on the right hand and left hand rear wheelhouses. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during September Owners may contact Ferrari at Dealers will inspect and replace the passenger airbag module if necessary free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before september 22, owners may contact honda automobile customer service at Page 3

4 AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE EQUIPMENT KIA / SORENTO 2011 KIA MOTOR / SOUL 2010 MANUFACTURER: HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC COMPONENT: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING SUMMARY: HYUNDAI-KIA is recalling certain model year 2010 soul and model year 2011 sorento vehicles manufactured from September 7, 2009 through July 30, A limited number of wiring harnesses supplied by jci and used for the lighting in the kia soul vehicle's advanced lighting speakers, located in the front door trim panels, and the kia sorento vehicle's interior accent illumination, located in the front and rear door trim panels, may have been improperly soldered. THOMAS BUILT BUSES / MINOTOUR MANUFACTURER: DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA COMPONENT: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES 14 SUMMARY: Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2004 through 2010 minotour non school buses built on ford chassis manufactured from may 6, 2004 through february 2, on affected vehicles, main body power cables were routed in the area of an unprotected edge on the passenger's side inner-fender. Under certain conditions a power cable may contact the sharp edge. If undetected, continued contact could wear through the power cable's insulation potentially resulting in a short circuit. When the lights are illuminated under certain conditions, an electrical short may occur that can result in a fire. A short circuited power cable could result in a vehicle fire and injury to vehicle occupants. Dealers will replace the wiring harnesses for the lights in the KIA soul vehicle's advanced lighting speakers, and the wiring harness for the KIA sorento vehicle's interior accent illumination. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during September Owners may contact kia consumer assistance center at Daimler trucks will notify owners and the buses will be repaired by Thomas built dealers free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided the agency with a notification schedule. Owners may contact Daimler trucks toll-free at Page 4

5 AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE EQUIPMENT USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL A short circuited power cable could result in a vehicle fire and injury to vehicle occupants. Daimler trucks will notify owners and the buses will be repaired by Thomas built dealers free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided the agency with a notification schedule. Owners may contact Daimler trucks toll-free at THOMAS BUILT BUSES / MINOTOUR MODEL YEAR(S) MANUFACTURER: DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA COMPONENT: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES 4041 SUMMARY: Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2004 through 2010 school buses built on ford chassis manufactured from may 6, 2004 through february 2, On affected vehicles, main body power cables were routed in the area of an unprotected edge on the passenger's side inner-fender. Under certain conditions a power cable may contact the sharp edge. If undetected, continued contact could wear through the power cable's insulation potentially resulting in a short circuit. THE AUTO MOTO / XY150ZK MANUFACTURER: ZHEJIANG XINGYUE VEHICLE CO., LTD COMPONENT: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CONTROLS:FOOT CONTROL 305 SUMMARY: Xingyue is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 motor scooters manufactured from March 2009 through June The rear brake control is actuated by the driver's right foot and not the left hand as required by federal motor vehicles safety standard no. 123, "motorcycle controls and displays." : The motorcycles do not meet the minimum requirements of the braking standard. : Xingyue will notify owners and replace the rear brake system free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during January Owners may contact nst, Inc. At Page 5

6 AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE EQUIPMENT GULF STREAM / AZTEC 2011 GULF STREAM / CARIBBEAN 2010 GULF STREAM / CRESCENDO 2009 GULF STREAM / INDEPENDENCE 2009 GULF STREAM / KINGSLEY 2003 GULF STREAM / MAKO GULF STREAM / PRAIRIE SCHOONER GULF STREAM / SEAHAWK GULF STREAM / SEDONA GULF STREAM / SUPER NOVA GULF STREAM / YELLOWSTONE MANUFACTURER: GULF STREAM COACH, INC. COMPONENT: EQUIPMENT 1755 SUMMARY: Gulf Stream is recalling certain model year yellowstone, prairie schooner, seahawk, mako, 2003 kingsley, sedona, 2011 aztec, super nova, 2009 cresendo, 2009 independence, and 2010 caribbean recreational vehicles equipped with dimplex electraflame, symphony, or optiflame branded electric fireplaces, stoves, and fireplace inserts. The plug in remote control receiver for the fireplace can overheat. KEYSTONE / SPRINTER SELECT 25RB MANUFACTURER: KEYSTONE RV COMPANY COMPONENT: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGPotential Number of Units Affected: 96 SUMMARY: Keystone RV is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 sprinter select 25rb travel trailers manufactured from February 11 through November 19, The wire from the battery to the power distribution center may be pinched between the floor and the frame. An overheated receiver could cause a fire. If the pinched wire shorts, an increased risk of a fire causing property damage and/or personal injury will result. Gulf Stream will notify owners and dimplex will provide owners a free replacement plug-in remote control kit. The safety recall is expected to begin during September Owners may contact dimplex North America customer service at (8:00-4:30 EST), Monday through friday or gulf stream at Keyston RV will notify owners and will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during September Ownerrs may contact keystone customer service at Page 6

7 AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE EQUIPMENT MACK / GU MACK / MRU MANUFACTURER: MACK TRUCKS, INC COMPONENT: SERVICE BRAKES, AIRPotential Number of Units Affected: 369 SUMMARY: Mack is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 gu and mru model vehicles manufactured with a front tow glad hand option. The actuation and release timing of the vehicles exceeds the limit which fails to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems." If the brakes do not perform as they should, a vehicle crash could occur. Mack will notify owners and repair the vehicle free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about September 30, Owners may contact mack at NISSAN / ALTIMA NISSAN / FRONTIER NISSAN / PATHFINDER NISSAN / ROGUE NISSAN / SENTRA NISSAN / VERSA NISSAN / XTERRA MANUFACTURER: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. COMPONENT: QUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL: NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) SUMMARY: Nissan is recalling certain vehicles that were equipped with a garmin nuvi model 750 navigation system. The batteries contained in the affected gps units can overheat. Overheated batteries could result in a fire. Nissan will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by garmin technicians by replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during September Owners may contact garmin directly at or nissan at JAYCO / JAY FEATHER 2011 MANUFACTURER: JAYCO, INC. COMPONENT: EQUIPMENT: OTHER: LABELSPotential Number of Units Affected: 90 SUMMARY: Jayco is recalling certain model year 2011 jay feather select travel trailers, series x213 manufactured from may 17, 2010 through august 16, 2010 for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." the federal id label and the tire and loading information label have an incorrect tire pressure. A misprinted label could lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash. Jayco will mail to consumers the corrected labels or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during September Owners may contact jayco at Page 7

8 AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE EQUIPMENT SPIRIT / MFSAB TERRA TRANSPORT MANUFACTURER: TURTLE TOP COMPONENT: SEATS:BARRIERS 36 SUMMARY: Turtle top is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2009 spirit (mfsab terra transport) multi-function school activity buses manufactured from October 27, 2004 through July 31, 2009, equipped with freedman seating company seat restraint barriers. The affected seats contain a steel plate with incorrect gage of steel which fails to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection." ALTEC / AT200A ALTEC / AT ALTEC / AT235P ALTEC / AT3X-G 2008 MANUFACTURER: ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC. COMPONENT: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS 34 SUMMARY: Altec is recalling certain model year at200a, at235, model year at235p and model year 2008 at3xg trucks built on gm chassis. There is a potential hydraulic hose routing condition in the engine compartment. The hose could contact and cause some abrasions to an OEM 12v chassis wire or possibly rub on the steel power steering line which may lead to possible damage of the hydraulic line. In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may be injured. This could result in a burst hydraulic hose damage wiring, or a fire. Turtle top will notify owners and a repair kit along with instructions will be provided free of charge. Or, if the owner prefers, repairs will be made by a turtle top dealer. The safety recall began on September 14, Owners should contact freedman seating company at ext 233 or turtle top's customer service department at to obtain a repair kit. Altec will provide instructions to dealers on how to inspect and install the new bracket free of charge. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during September Owners may contact altec at Page 8

9 AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE EQUIPMENT CHEVROLET / AVALANCHE 2010 CHEVROLET / SILVERADO 2010 CHEVROLET / SUBURBAN CHEVROLET / SUBURBAN CHEVROLET / TAHOE 2010 FORD / ESCAPE FORD / EXPLORER GMC / SIERRA 2010 GMC / YUKON 2010 GMC / YUKON XL GMC / YUKON XL JEEP / COMPASS FWD JEEP / PATRIOT FWD NISSAN / FRONTIER NISSAN / XTERRA TOYOTA / FJ CRUISER EQUIPMENT BRAND NAME / PART NO. OR MODEL NO.: MARATHON / SUPERHIDES MANUFACTURER: MARATHON SEAT COVERS, INC. COMPONENT: EQUIPMENTPotential Number of Units Affected: 294 SUMMARY: Marathon is recalling certain seat covers, brand superhides with part numbers 593, 594, 578, 960, 228, , , 333, 625, and 630, sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These seat covers are made of heavier thread and are not compatible with seats containing side airbags. The heavier seat cover could interfere with full deployment of the airbag in the event of a crash. FORD / F-650 SD FORD / F-750 SD MANUFACTURER: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM 3469 SUMMARY: Ford is recalling certain model year f-650 and f-750 trucks equipped with caterpillar c7 engine. The #5 and #6 fuel lines may crack at the fastening point to the common fuel rail and cause a fuel leak. An improperly deployed airbag could result in serious injury. A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a vehicle fire. Marathon will notify owners of record and replace the seat cover free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during September Owners may contact marathon at Ford is working with caterpillar to notify owners and repairs will be performed by authorized caterpillar dealers free of charge. Owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at or ford at Page 9

10 AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE EQUIPMENT THOMAS BUILT BUSES / MVP-EF MANUFACTURER: DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA COMPONENT: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 56 SUMMARY: Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 mvp-ef non school buses manufcatured from september 12, 2008 through july 16, 2010, equipped with the megafuse junction box. On affected vehicles the megafuse junction box is located in an area exposed to excessive road splash and spry. In some applications the cable connections may corrode rapidly. If undetected, extreme corrosion may cause a power cable to become separated from the power source resulting in an unexpected engine shutdown or loss of vehicle lighting and windshield wipers. Unexpected engine shutdown or a loss of vehicle lighting and windshield wipers in certain traffic conditions could increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Daimler trucks will notify owners and the repairs will be made by Thomas built repair facilities. A final remedy and notification schedule has not yet been determined. Owners may contact Daimler trucks at THOMAS BUILT BUSES / MVP-EF MANUFACTURER: DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA COMPONENT: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 1117 SUMMARY: Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 mvp-ef thomas built school buses manufactured from september 12, 2008 through july 16, 2010, equipped with the megafuse junction box. On affected vehicles the megafuse junction box is located in an area exposed to excessive road splash and spry. In some applications the cable connections may corrode rapidly. If undetected, extreme corrosion may cause a power cable to become separated from the power source resulting in an unexpected engine shutdown or loss of vehicle lighting and windshield wipers. : Unexpected engine shutdown or a loss of vehicle lighting and windshield wipers in certain traffic conditions could increase the risk of a vehicle crash. : Daimler trucks will notify owners and the repairs will be made by Thomas built repair facilities. A final remedy and notification schedule has not yet been determined. Owners may contact Daimler trucks at Page 10

11 AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE EU/FRANCE CATEGORY: Motor vehicles PRODUCT: Sun roof - Hollandia BRAND: Webasto TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: 700 (H700) and TSV 900 (H900). Manufactured from 1 January 2002 to 19 May H700: Serial numbers from to H900: Serial numbers unknown INJURIES Due to a defect in the adhesive seal which joins the glass panel of the sunroof to its metal frame, there is a possibility that the glass panel may detach from the frame. Voluntary stop of sales and recall from consumers by the manufacturer. DESCRIPTION: Opening/sliding sunroof to be fitted in the roof of motor vehicles. OF ORIGIN: Italy Jayco Motor Homes Selected Jayco motor homes. Selected chassis numbers between M90023 & M90271 Campaign Number: JC0024 Target Number: 72 The gas pipe could be damaged by the vehicle's suspension. The gas pipe may have been fitted in the wrong area and may need to be moved. Contact your nearest authorised Jayco Dealer or Service Agent for inspection and replacement of any damaged gas pipes to the hot water service. Jayco Corporation Pty Ltd 'S WEB SITE Page 11

12 AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE Kia Soul Kia Soul Vehicles produced between 7 September 2009 and 8 June 2010 Campaign Number: R0 Target Number: 27 The wiring may become heat affected. There is an issue with the wiring that controls the illumination of the speaker. Arrange an appointment with your nearest Kia service dealer to arrange inspection and replacement of the illumination wiring. Kia Motors Australia Kia Sorento Kia Sorento vehicles produced between September 2009 to June 2010 Campaign Number: R3 Target Number: 1,029 Affected Vehicle VIN Range: KNAKU813MA to KNAKU813MA KNAKU814SA to KNAKU814SA The wiring may short and cause heat damage. There is a design flaw with the wiring to the door trim illumination. Arrange an appointment with your nearest Kia service dealer to arrange inspection and replacement of the wiring loom for the door trim illumination on all four doors. Kia Motors Australia Page 12

13 AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE EU/IRELAND CATEGORY: Motor vehicles PRODUCT: Passenger car - Yaris BRAND: Toyota TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL: Manufactured from 24 January 2001 to 30 May DESCRIPTION: Passenger car OF ORIGIN: Japan INJURIES The product poses a risk of injuries because the inflator body of the passenger side front airbag may break when the airbag is activated, possibly causing injuries to the passenger. Voluntary corrective actions taken by the manufacturer. Jayco Motor Homes Selected Jayco motor homes. Selected chassis numbers between M90023 & M90271 Campaign Number: JC0024 Target Number: 72 The gas pipe could be damaged by the vehicle's suspension. The gas pipe may have been fitted in the wrong area and may need to be moved. Contact your nearest authorised Jayco Dealer or Service Agent for inspection and replacement of any damaged gas pipes to the hot water service. Jayco Corporation Pty Ltd 'S WEB SITE Kia Soul Kia Soul Vehicles produced between 7 September 2009 and 8 June 2010 Campaign Number: R0 Target Number: 27 See supporting documentation for the VIN list of affected vehicles. The wiring may become heat affected. There is an issue with the wiring that controls the illumination of the speaker. Arrange an appointment with your nearest Kia service dealer to arrange inspection and replacement of the illumination wiring. Kia Motors Australia Page 13

14 AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE Toyota Hilux - No:4 Crossmember Bracket Hilux 4x4 vehicles produced from 29 January 2005 to 20 February Please see attached supporting documentation for the VIN Range of affected vehicles. Target Number: 116,507 Campaign Number: 0531H TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION Australia Limited In the worst case scenario, the propeller shaft could detach from the vehicle. When the vehicle is frequently accelerated and decelerated quickly on severely corrugated roads that specifically feature large numbers of cattle grid crossings, the rear tailshaft centre bearing brackets may detach. All owners of affected vehicles will receive a Recall Notification Letter. Owners are advised to contact their authorised Toyota Dealership for inspection and rectification. Ford PJ Ranger Automatic Transmission Shift Cable Bracket PJ Ranger models fitted with automatic transmission built from 15 May 2007 to 25 July Campaign Number: S1005 Target Number: 4110 Ford Motor Company of Australia Limited High shift efforts or no shift for selected gears, may result. The Automatic Transmission Shift Cable Bracket fitted to affected vehicles may not meet specification. This may result in the bracket cracking or breaking. Ford will write to owners of all affected vehicles at their last known address. For further information, contact any authorised Ford Dealer or Ford's Customer Relationship Centre on Ford PJ and PK Ranger Bonnet Striker Replacement Ford PJ and PK Ranger models. Campaign Number: S1006 Recall Number: 30,465 Ford Motor Company of Australia Limited Whilst a secondary safety hook will retain the bonnet in the event of a striker failure, continued use in severe road conditions may cause the secondary safety hook to fail which may result in the bonnet opening while driving, hindering the visibility of the driver. Ford will write to owners of all affected vehicles at their last known address. For further information, contact any authorised Ford Dealer or Ford's Customer Relationship Centre on There is the possibility that after extended periods of driving in severe road conditions, the bonnet striker may develop a fatigue fracture. Page 14

15 AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE Ateco Automotive Pty Ltd Ferrari 458 Ferrari 458 Identifying features Target Number: 22 Campaign: 51 Ateco Automotive Pty Ltd The adhesive used in the assembly may overheat and produce smoke; or it may ignite in particularly high ambient and operating temperature conditions. There is a possible nonconformity in the assembly of the wheelhouse and its repective heat shield. Ferrari have contacted all owners. Mazda BT-50 Automatic Transmission Shift Cable Bracket Mazda BT-50 with Automatic Transmission VIN Range: MM0 UNY0E MM0 UNY0E (Pre-facelift Model) MM0 UNY0E MM0 UNY0E (Facelift Model) Target Number: 1, 150 Campaign Number: R Mazda Australia Pty Limited Should the defect occur, high shift efforts or no shift for selected gears may result. There is a possibility that the Automatic Transmission Shift Cable Bracket fitted to the affected vehicles may have unnecessary welding and may not meet specification. This weld could lead to cracking/breakage of the bracket. Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by mail and requested to present their vehicle to a Mazda Dealer for repair. Consumers may obtain further information by contacting any Mazda dealer or free-call (10:00am to 4:00pm, Eastern Standard Time, Monday Friday) to speak to Mazda Customer Service Representatives. Page 15

16 AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE EQUIPMENT USA TIRE BRAND NAME / TIRE LINE / TIRE SIZE Driving a vehicle with under inflated tires increases the risk of a crash. GOODYEAR will notify owners of record and will visually inspect the tires for the defect. If the defect is present, Goodyear dealers will replace the tires free of charge. If the defect is not present at the time of inspection, the tire is ok and will not need to be replaced. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about September 30, Owners may contact goodyear at DUNLOP / SP193 / 295/75R22.5 MANUFACTURER: GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY COMPONENT: TIRES:TREAD/BELT SUMMARY: GOODYEAR is recalling certain Dunlop sp193 commercial trailer tires, size 295/75r22.5, produced from January 24 through may 29, These tires could experience air loss and if gone undetected, the tire could be driven while under inflated. USA EQUIPMENT BRAND NAME / PART NO. OR MODEL NO.: KUAT / NV 2 MANUFACTURER: KUAT INNOVATIONS LLC COMPONENT: QUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK 445 SUMMARY: Kuat innovations, llc is recalling certain NV 2 model hitch mounted bicycle carriers manufactured from July 21 through September 15, 2009, sold for use as aftermarket equipment on various passenger vehicles. The support arm which attaches to the front bicycle wheel during tow can shear possibly allowing the bicycle to be dragged behind the vehicle or completely fall off the vehicle. Should this occur while the vehicle is in motion, it may result in a vehicle crash. Kuat will notify owners and provide a free repair kit. The safety recall is expected to begin during September Owners may contact kuat toll free at Page 16

17 SOFTLINES SGS STANDARDS & REGULATIONS SERVICES GCSC has compiled the below sources: PRODUCT RECALLS IN EUROPE The Rapid Alert System for Non-Food Products (RAPEX) - Weekly overview reports of RAPEX notifications. The official contact points of the Member and EFTA-EEA States provide the information published in these weekly overviews. Under the terms of Annex II.10 to the General Product Safety Directive (2001/95/EC) responsibility for the information provided lies with the notifying party. The Commission does not take any responsibility for the accuracy of the information provided. PRODUCT RECALLS IN THE USA National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/recalls/recallsearch.cfm (US Automotive recalls) PRODUCT RECALLS IN FOR ENQUIRIES Product.Recalls@sgs.com SGS SA. All rights reserved. SGS s services including compilation(s) of data into this Factsheet are based on publicly available sources as of the date stated herein for which SGS bears no responsibility. Although every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, SGS makes no warranty as to error, omissions and does not accept any liability, without limitation, for indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damages arising from any use in connection with this document.