Mock awards for unfavorable consumer practices race by Choice singled out Samsung for its lacklustre recall of faulty and potentially dangerous washing machines A muted recall of Samsung washing machines which means 58000 households across Australia still have potential fire hazards in their homes has received a Shonky award for unfavorable consumer practice.
Arnott’s claim that their tiny teddy biscuits have health approval and Ikea’s sale of plastic couches in the leather section are also among the recipients of this year’s Shonky awards, organised by consumer group Choice.
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Source: theguardian.com