EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Machinery
Awning for recreational vehicle (RV) Thule “Omnistor” — risk: injuries
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1410/19
Summary
The drive wheel of the tubular motor may spontaneously detach from it. Consequently, the awning could open inadvertently while driving, leading to an increased risk of accident.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive.
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Product
- Awning for recreational vehicle and/or its corresponding motorset.
What is the risk?
- The drive wheel of the tubular motor may spontaneously detach from it. Consequently, the awning could open inadvertently while driving, leading to an increased risk of accident.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 11/09/2019
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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