Safety concerns spark urgent recalls of BMW and Toshiba AC Adapter
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German luxury car giant BMW is sounding the alarm for a mass recall affecting over 7,000 vehicles.
This urgent action follows revelations of a crucial manufacturing fault that poses a considerable risk to occupants, pedestrians, and the wider road community.
Cars from BMW's 5 Series, i5, 7 Series, i7, X1, iX1, X5, X6, X7, and XM series are all affected by this recall.
The primary issue in question centres on the electrical signals within the car's brake electronics.
The official recall notice stated: ‘Due to a manufacturing defect, signal interference may occur within the electronics of the brake system.’
‘If this occurs, a higher pedal force may be required for braking. The anti-lock braking system and dynamic stability control will not be available.’
‘The vehicle remains controllable; however, a higher pedal force may be required for braking and in certain conditions, braking distance may be extended,’ the notice continued.
‘A reduction in braking performance could increase the risk of an accident resulting in injury to the vehicle occupants, pedestrians, and other road users.’
So, what should you, as a BMW driver, be on the lookout for? The company advised that this disruption will engage a brake warning light on the vehicle's instrument cluster and a message on the infotainment screen.
BMW also urged customers to immediately follow the provided instructions and contact their local dealership for free inspection and repairs if they see warnings related to the issue.
BMW is reaching out directly to owners affected by this recall.
A company statement reassured: 'When the necessary parts are available, all vehicle owners will be asked to bring their vehicle to a BMW dealership to have the electronic brake system controller replaced at no cost.'
For those who may be in possession of one of these affected vehicles, it's crucial to recognise the potential risk this brake issue poses and promptly take action to mitigate it.
You may check the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of the 7,168 affected vehicles here.
For more information about this recall, you may reach out to BMW Australia’s Recall Hotline at 1800 243 675 or email [email protected].
You may also visit www.recall.bmw.com.au/ for more details.
In similar news, if you've recently purchased a Toshiba laptop or have been provided with a replacement adapter during a repair, you need to check your equipment for potential safety issues.
Toshiba's laptop AC Adapter has been subject to a global recall following reports of incidents that resulted in property damage and burn injuries.
Reports have stated that the material contained within the adapter’s 'DC-IN' plug can deteriorate over time.
This degradation, in turn, could lead to the plug overheating and catching fire, which presents a serious safety risk.
If this overheating escalates, it holds the potential to cause severe burn injuries, major property damage, or even result in fatalities.
This recall comes on the heels of multiple troubling incidents across the globe that involved these Toshiba laptop AC Adapters.
According to recent reports, this product flaw has caused burn injuries and significant damage to properties.
The AC Adapter problem's severity is such that it has warranted not just a recall but an immediate halt in the usage of affected adapters.
The recall notice read: ‘Consumers should stop using Toshiba adapters immediately. Consumers should turn off power to their adapter at the wall socket and unplug it.’
Involved in the marketing and distribution of the product, Dynabook ANZ Pty Ltd—formerly known as the PC division of Toshiba Australia Pty Ltd—has sold these adapters across numerous leading retailers such as JB Hi-Fi, The Good Guys, and Officeworks.
Confirming whether your Toshiba laptop AC Adapter is part of the recall can be done through Dynabook.
A visit to the Dynabook recall site can assist in determining if your adapter is among those that have been recalled.
You may also check out the Part Number list here.
For customers with recalled adapters, arrangements for returning the faulty adapter and procuring a free replacement can be initiated on the recall website.
Should any questions or concerns arise, customers can reach out to Dynabook over the phone at 1300 396 226.
Are you affected by these recalls, members? Let us know in the comments below.
This urgent action follows revelations of a crucial manufacturing fault that poses a considerable risk to occupants, pedestrians, and the wider road community.
Cars from BMW's 5 Series, i5, 7 Series, i7, X1, iX1, X5, X6, X7, and XM series are all affected by this recall.
The primary issue in question centres on the electrical signals within the car's brake electronics.
BMW has recalled 7,168 vehicles. Image source: BMW Australia
The official recall notice stated: ‘Due to a manufacturing defect, signal interference may occur within the electronics of the brake system.’
‘If this occurs, a higher pedal force may be required for braking. The anti-lock braking system and dynamic stability control will not be available.’
‘The vehicle remains controllable; however, a higher pedal force may be required for braking and in certain conditions, braking distance may be extended,’ the notice continued.
‘A reduction in braking performance could increase the risk of an accident resulting in injury to the vehicle occupants, pedestrians, and other road users.’
So, what should you, as a BMW driver, be on the lookout for? The company advised that this disruption will engage a brake warning light on the vehicle's instrument cluster and a message on the infotainment screen.
BMW also urged customers to immediately follow the provided instructions and contact their local dealership for free inspection and repairs if they see warnings related to the issue.
BMW is reaching out directly to owners affected by this recall.
A company statement reassured: 'When the necessary parts are available, all vehicle owners will be asked to bring their vehicle to a BMW dealership to have the electronic brake system controller replaced at no cost.'
For those who may be in possession of one of these affected vehicles, it's crucial to recognise the potential risk this brake issue poses and promptly take action to mitigate it.
You may check the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of the 7,168 affected vehicles here.
For more information about this recall, you may reach out to BMW Australia’s Recall Hotline at 1800 243 675 or email [email protected].
You may also visit www.recall.bmw.com.au/ for more details.
In similar news, if you've recently purchased a Toshiba laptop or have been provided with a replacement adapter during a repair, you need to check your equipment for potential safety issues.
Toshiba's laptop AC Adapter has been subject to a global recall following reports of incidents that resulted in property damage and burn injuries.
Toshiba’s laptop AC Adapter was recalled. Image source: Product Safety Australia
Reports have stated that the material contained within the adapter’s 'DC-IN' plug can deteriorate over time.
This degradation, in turn, could lead to the plug overheating and catching fire, which presents a serious safety risk.
If this overheating escalates, it holds the potential to cause severe burn injuries, major property damage, or even result in fatalities.
This recall comes on the heels of multiple troubling incidents across the globe that involved these Toshiba laptop AC Adapters.
According to recent reports, this product flaw has caused burn injuries and significant damage to properties.
The AC Adapter problem's severity is such that it has warranted not just a recall but an immediate halt in the usage of affected adapters.
The recall notice read: ‘Consumers should stop using Toshiba adapters immediately. Consumers should turn off power to their adapter at the wall socket and unplug it.’
Involved in the marketing and distribution of the product, Dynabook ANZ Pty Ltd—formerly known as the PC division of Toshiba Australia Pty Ltd—has sold these adapters across numerous leading retailers such as JB Hi-Fi, The Good Guys, and Officeworks.
Confirming whether your Toshiba laptop AC Adapter is part of the recall can be done through Dynabook.
A visit to the Dynabook recall site can assist in determining if your adapter is among those that have been recalled.
You may also check out the Part Number list here.
For customers with recalled adapters, arrangements for returning the faulty adapter and procuring a free replacement can be initiated on the recall website.
Should any questions or concerns arise, customers can reach out to Dynabook over the phone at 1300 396 226.
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