United KingdomMercury Marine 450R and 500R outboard motors (450R serial numbers 1E083006 to 1E099696; 500R serial numbers 1E099432 to 1E102508) are affected. The motors can allow a user to trap their fingers in the top cowl air vents, so Mercury Marine is providing a bezel assembly to cover the top air vents; owners should take their boat to any Mercury Marine Authorised Dealer for bezel installation and can contact UK importer E. P Barrus Ltd at customerservices@barrus.co.uk for further information.
What's being recalled
Product Safety Report for Mercury Marine 450R and 500R Outboard Motors presenting a risk of injuries.
Type: Recreational craft - Watercraft
Brand: Mercury Marine
Models: 450R and 500R
Serial numbers: 1E083006 to 1E099696 (450R) and 1E099432 to 1E102508 (500R)
Country of Origin: United States
Product Description: Outboard motors.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2509-0307
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a risk of injuries as it is possible for the user to trap their fingers in the top cowl air vents during use.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Recreational Craft Regulations 2017.
What to do
Mercury Marine is providing a bezel assembly to cover the top air vents of the affected engine models. Consumers with affected products should take their boat to any Mercury Marine Authorised Dealer for bezel installation. To identify your local dealer, access the following webpage: Mercury Marine
For further information, please contact the UK importer E. P Barrus Ltd via customerservices@barrus.co.uk
The official notice
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