Product Recall: J&J Conversions F1 Low Approach Slide Bed Recovery Vehicle Model 4T-AF1 (2505-0103)
Product Recall for J&J Conversions F1 Low Approach Slide Bed Recovery Vehicle presenting a high risk of injuries.
Summary
Product: J&J Conversions F1 Low Approach Slide Bed Recovery Vehicle Model 4T-AF1
Hazard: The product presents a high risk of injuries.
Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users and withdrawn from the market.
Product information
| Type | Machinery – Vehicle mounted tilt and slide bed |
|---|---|
| Brand | J&J Conversions Limited |
| Model | 4T-AF1 featuring Green Lever auto-tilt function |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Product Description | The F1 Low Approach Slide Bed is vehicle mounted machinery used in the recovery of casualty vehicles. The slide bed is hydraulically powered. Models produced since 07 September 2021 (including Model 4T-AF1) feature a green auto-tilt lever which controls upward tilting of the slide bed for use during deployment. |
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Hazard
The product presents a high risk of injuries due to the green auto-tilt lever. This lever operates a hydraulic ram to raise and tilt the slide bed during deployment. When the Green Lever is released, the bed does not hold in the raised position and falls under its own weight back to the chassis. The tilt system is also not fitted with devices to prevent a gravity fall or uncontrolled movement in the event of hydraulic failure. A risk of serious injury to operators and other persons may arise from impact with the slide bed, or from crushing between the slide bed and vehicle chassis and other fixed structures such as storage lockers.
The machine did not satisfy the requirements of The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
Corrective action
Recall and withdrawal of the product.
The manufacturer has voluntarily suspended further sale of recovery vehicles featuring the Green Lever auto-tilt function.
The manufacturer has also voluntarily initiated a recall of recovery vehicles featuring the Green Lever auto-tilt function from end users. The auto-tilt function will be permanently disabled and hydraulic burst valves will be installed. The manufacturer has provided instruction to users on how to take immediate action to remove the Green Lever as an interim measure. Users should contact J & J Conversions Limited for advice and to make arrangements for the modifications to be carried out.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2505-0103
Notified by: Health and Safety Executive