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Motomaster Multi-Function Digital Compressor
- Starting date:
- November 18, 2011
- Posting date:
- November 18, 2011
- Type of communication:
- Consumer Product Recall
- Subcategory:
- Outdoor Living
- Source of recall:
- Health Canada
- Issue:
- Product Safety
- Audience:
- General Public (GP)
- Identification number:
- RA-500002703
Affected products
Motomaster Multi-Function Digital Compressor
Product description
This recall involves the Motomaster Multi-Function Digital Compressor identified by product number 009-5078. The compressor plugs into a vehicle's 12V accessory outlet.
The "Motomaster" brand name is located at the front of the device and is sold with a 2.9 metre long cord.
Hazard identified
Canadian Tire is recalling the Motomaster Multi-Function Digital Compressor due to overheating of the 12 volt adapter when used in a car's cigarette lighter outlet over extended periods of use.
Canadian Tire has received reports of the adapter melting. No injuries or property damage has been reported.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to Canadians related to the use of these affected compressors.
Number sold
Approximately 60,807 of the recalled units were sold in Canada.
Time period sold
The recalled products were sold from March 2010 to October 2011.
Place of origin
Manufactured in China.
Companies
- Manufacturer
- Zhejiang Canwell International Product Co. Ltd.
- Importer
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Canadian Tire Corporation Limited
Toronto
Ontario
CANADA
Tel: 1-800-387-8803
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What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the Motomaster Multi-Function Digital Compressor. Consumers who have purchased an affected product can return it to any Canadian Tire store with proof of purchase for a full refund.