Alert: Volvo and Frozen Option’s latest recalls could impact your safety!
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It's common to overlook the everyday items—like our vehicles and ice. However, sometimes, these items can have issues that pose safety risks. So, being aware of these potential problems is crucial for our safety and well-being
Today, we have two urgent recalls for you. For our first one: If anyone in your family drives a Volvo XC90, don’t skip this article.
Volvo Australia has recently issued a recall on the popular SUV model due to a potential seatbelt malfunction.
The recall impacts 115 Volvo XC90 SUVs manufactured between 2015 and 2023. According to the notice, the issue lies in the second row of seats, where the belt buckles and lower anchorage points can become loose.
This is due to a manufacturing fault where a screw within the seatbelt mechanism may not be properly secured. In the event of a collision, the seatbelt may not function as intended, increasing the risk to vehicle occupants.
'The occupant of that seat may not receive the full protection of the seatbelt system,' the recall notice read. 'This could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants.'
Volvo Australia has taken immediate action to address this issue. The company has announced its intention to contact all affected owners in writing. Owners are urged to contact their authorised Volvo dealership to have the seatbelts replaced or fixed, free of charge.
For further information, you may read the recall announcement here. Affected customers are also encouraged to call the Volvo Car Australia Customer Care Centre on 1300 787 802.
You can also check if your car is affected by a possible malfunction by inputting your car’s Vehicle identification number (VIN) into the Volvo website.
In other news, Frozen Options Pty Ltd, a well-known Australian company, has issued an urgent recall of its North Aussie Jumbo Ice bags. The recall, currently limited to Western Australia, has been triggered by fears that the product may be contaminated with glass and metal.
The North Aussie Jumbo Ice bags, which come in a hefty five-kilogram size, have been popular among consumers for their quality and affordability.
However, the recent discovery of potential glass and metal contamination has led to a swift and widespread removal of the product from the shelves of petrol stations and independent retailers across the state.
The areas affected include South Headland, Port Headland, Wedgefield, Karratha, Nickol, Bulgarra, and Broome. If you've recently purchased ice in these areas, it's crucial to check if your product is part of the recall.
The bags of ice in question carry a best-before date of November 2025, and the affected batch numbers include: W0028819 – W0030228; W0025994 – W0027405; W0033050 – W0034161; W0023170 – W0024581; W0024582 – W0025993; W0021757 – W0022169.
Food Standards Australia New Zealand, the country's food safety watchdog, issued a copy of the recall notice on January 3.
The notice stated, 'The recall is due to the presence of foreign matter (glass/metal).'
The consumption of food products containing glass and metal can lead to serious health issues. As such, consumers are strongly advised not to consume the product.
If you've purchased the affected ice, return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
The recall notice also advised anyone concerned about their health to seek immediate medical advice.
If you have this product in your freezer, it's important to dispose of it immediately or return it for a refund.
Frozen Options Pty Ltd, trading as North Aussie Ice, can be contacted at (08) 9193 5055 for further information. More details about the recall can also be found on the Food Standards Australia New Zealand website.
It's important to stay informed about the latest product recalls, especially those involving food products or the vehicles we use every day. Regularly checking for recall notices can help you stay up-to-date and keep you and your family safe.
Have you been affected by these recalls, members? Share your experiences in the comments below.
Today, we have two urgent recalls for you. For our first one: If anyone in your family drives a Volvo XC90, don’t skip this article.
Volvo Australia has recently issued a recall on the popular SUV model due to a potential seatbelt malfunction.
The recall impacts 115 Volvo XC90 SUVs manufactured between 2015 and 2023. According to the notice, the issue lies in the second row of seats, where the belt buckles and lower anchorage points can become loose.
Volvo Australia announced a recall of their Volvo XC90 SUVs due to a seatbelt malfunction. Source: Volvo Australia
This is due to a manufacturing fault where a screw within the seatbelt mechanism may not be properly secured. In the event of a collision, the seatbelt may not function as intended, increasing the risk to vehicle occupants.
'The occupant of that seat may not receive the full protection of the seatbelt system,' the recall notice read. 'This could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants.'
Volvo Australia has taken immediate action to address this issue. The company has announced its intention to contact all affected owners in writing. Owners are urged to contact their authorised Volvo dealership to have the seatbelts replaced or fixed, free of charge.
For further information, you may read the recall announcement here. Affected customers are also encouraged to call the Volvo Car Australia Customer Care Centre on 1300 787 802.
You can also check if your car is affected by a possible malfunction by inputting your car’s Vehicle identification number (VIN) into the Volvo website.
In other news, Frozen Options Pty Ltd, a well-known Australian company, has issued an urgent recall of its North Aussie Jumbo Ice bags. The recall, currently limited to Western Australia, has been triggered by fears that the product may be contaminated with glass and metal.
The North Aussie Jumbo Ice bags, which come in a hefty five-kilogram size, have been popular among consumers for their quality and affordability.
However, the recent discovery of potential glass and metal contamination has led to a swift and widespread removal of the product from the shelves of petrol stations and independent retailers across the state.
North Aussie Jumbo Ice bags have been recalled due to potential glass and metal contamination. Source: Food Standards Australia New Zealand
The areas affected include South Headland, Port Headland, Wedgefield, Karratha, Nickol, Bulgarra, and Broome. If you've recently purchased ice in these areas, it's crucial to check if your product is part of the recall.
The bags of ice in question carry a best-before date of November 2025, and the affected batch numbers include: W0028819 – W0030228; W0025994 – W0027405; W0033050 – W0034161; W0023170 – W0024581; W0024582 – W0025993; W0021757 – W0022169.
Food Standards Australia New Zealand, the country's food safety watchdog, issued a copy of the recall notice on January 3.
The notice stated, 'The recall is due to the presence of foreign matter (glass/metal).'
The consumption of food products containing glass and metal can lead to serious health issues. As such, consumers are strongly advised not to consume the product.
If you've purchased the affected ice, return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
The recall notice also advised anyone concerned about their health to seek immediate medical advice.
If you have this product in your freezer, it's important to dispose of it immediately or return it for a refund.
Frozen Options Pty Ltd, trading as North Aussie Ice, can be contacted at (08) 9193 5055 for further information. More details about the recall can also be found on the Food Standards Australia New Zealand website.
It's important to stay informed about the latest product recalls, especially those involving food products or the vehicles we use every day. Regularly checking for recall notices can help you stay up-to-date and keep you and your family safe.
Have you been affected by these recalls, members? Share your experiences in the comments below.
