United KingdomWaterproof Front Seat Cover Set by Waterproof Seat Cover Co. — black vehicle seat cover with waterproof backing (barcode 7427042075118; product codes WSC5118, WSC5170; Amazon ASIN B087YKKHKX; affected PO numbers PO 19141, PO 19161, PO 19209, PO 19229, PO 19242, PO 19276, PO 19285, PO 19305, PO 19308, PO 19329) is recalled. It was advertised as having an airbag applicable seam which is not present, and may prevent correct activation of the airbag during a collision, so it does not meet the General Product Safety Regulations 2005. The product has been recalled from end users; affected customers should stop using it immediately, and consumers who purchased via Amazon should follow the instructions in Amazon’s email to obtain redress.
What's being recalled
Product Recall for Waterproof Front Seat Cover Set presenting a risk of injuries.
Type: Seat Hardware/Accessories (Automotive)
Brand: Waterproof Seat Cover Co.
Barcode: 7427042075118
Product Codes: WSC5118, WSC5170
Amazon ASIN: B087YKKHKX
Affected Products: PO 19141 PO 19161 PO 19209 PO 19229 PO 19242 PO 19276 PO 19285 PO 19305 PO 19308 PO 19329
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: Black vehicle seat cover with waterproof backing.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2509-0110
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product has been deemed non-compliant as it was advertised as having an airbag applicable seam, which is not present. If the product is fitted in vehicles with airbags, the seat cover may prevent the correct activation of the airbag during a collision.
The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
What to do
The product has been recalled from end users.
Affected customers should stop using the product immediately. Consumers who purchased the product via Amazon should follow the instructions provided on the email from Amazon to obtain redress.
The official notice
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