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HighNHTSA·14E081000·Announced 2014-12-05

Velvac Warning Triangle Kits Recalled for Safety Standard Non-Compliance

Velvac is recalling specific warning triangle kits that fail to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 125 requirements for stability and reflectivity.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a safety device that fails to meet federal standards, creating a risk of vehicle crashes, but no specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Velvac, Inc. is recalling certain warning triangle kits manufactured between December 28, 2012, and April 10, 2014. The affected products include the Velvac TO-502 (Part No. 90235) and the Torch Industrial TO-205 (Part No. 090235). These kits do not comply with configuration, stability, color, and durability testing required by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 125, "Warning devices."

The recall is necessary because the warning triangles may fail to provide adequate stability and reflectivity when used outdoors. This failure can increase the risk of a vehicle crash if the device is used to warn other drivers of a disabled vehicle.

Owners should contact Velvac customer service at 1-262-787-7102 to arrange for a free replacement. The recall began on January 22, 2015. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov for additional information.

The recalled product

Product
EQUIPMENT recall
Manufacturer
Velvac, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Safety Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
9,216

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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