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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 16E015000

Auto Xs Heated Car Seat Cushion — Equipment: electrical

Published February 26, 2016 · Recall initiated: February 26, 2016

Summary

NHTSA records recall 16E015000, published February 26, 2016. Recalling firm: Walser Asia Pacific Ltd.; Auto Xs Heated Car Seat Cushion — Equipment: electrical.

What's the hazard

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.

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Recall details

Brand
AUTO XS
Model
HEATED CAR SEAT CUSHION
Manufacturer
Walser Asia Pacific Ltd.
Lot
AUTO XS HEATED CAR SEAT CUSHION
Risk classification
E
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Auto Xs Heated Car Seat Cushion — Equipment: electrical recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 16E015000 on February 26, 2016. Reported hazard: 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 should I do if I have this product?

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.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: AUTO XS. Model: HEATED CAR SEAT CUSHION.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)