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Auto XS Equipment recall

Recalled February 26, 2016 · NHTSA recall 16E015000 · Auto XS

Hazard
If the seat cover overheats melting the fabric, it can increase the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant or may result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Walser does not know the contact information for the purchasers of the heated seat covers. Walser will work with the exclusive seller, ALDI USA to issue a joint press release instructing owners to return the affected seat covers back to ALDI for a refund. The recall began on February 11, 2016. Owners may contact Walser customer service at 1-800-222-0999.
Units
41,412 units

Description

Walser Asia Pacific Ltd. (Walser) is recalling certain accessory Auto XS Heated Car Seat Cushions, model number 16478, manufactured June 30, 2015, to August 30, 2015, and sold exclusively through ALDI USA stores between December 20, 2015 and February 10. The seat covers may overheat causing the fabric to melt.

What to do

Walser does not know the contact information for the purchasers of the heated seat covers. Walser will work with the exclusive seller, ALDI USA to issue a joint press release instructing owners to return the affected seat covers back to ALDI for a refund. The recall began on February 11, 2016. Owners may contact Walser customer service at 1-800-222-0999.

Product
Auto XS HEATED CAR SEAT CUSHION
Manufacturer(s)
Walser Asia Pacific Ltd.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov

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