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Mercury Verado 7.6L V12 600hp outboard engine recalled over an injury risk
Product Recall for Mercury Verado 7.6L V12 600hp outboard engine presenting a risk of injury.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
3 identifiers listed for this notice.
Mercury Verado 7.6L V12 600hp outboard engine
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- T16000102A
- 16000104A
- 16000103A
What to do now
Mercury Verado 7.6L V12 600hp outboard engine could cause injury, for example from sharp edges, parts breaking, or the product failing in use.
- Stop using it.
- Read the corrective action below: some notices offer a fix rather than a return.
- Use the contact details in the official notice to arrange a refund, repair or replacement.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies.
Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2308-0048). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Mercury Verado 7.6L V12 600hp outboard engine presenting a risk of injury.
The risk
The product presents a risk of injuries as a it has been identified that there is potential for the engine’s steering position sensor to malfunction. When the steering position sensor malfunctions, it will set a fault code and the vessel’s steering and available thrust will be limited.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Recreational Craft Regulations 2017.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users.
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users for repair/replacement. To correct the issue, the steering sensor will be replaced, and the vessel’s propulsion software will be updated.
Affected consumers are advised to contact their certified V12 Mercury Marine servicing dealer to schedule a service appointment. If you need help locating a dealer, please access: https://www.mercurymarine.com/en/us/find-a-dealer/
Additional information
PSD case number: 2308-0048
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
A V12 outboard engine used for propelling boats.
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Questions
Why has Mercury Verado 7.6L V12 600hp outboard engine been recalled?
Mercury Verado 7.6L V12 600hp outboard engine could cause injury, for example from sharp edges, parts breaking, or the product failing in use. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the model on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Stop using it. Read the corrective action below: some notices offer a fix rather than a return.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies. Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
