What instructions must a Bombs Away franchisee comply with in the event of a product recall?
Bombs_Away Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
- 8.6 Product Recalls. If Bombs Away Franchising or any vendor, supplier, or manufacturer of an item used or sold in Franchisee's Business issues a recall of such item or otherwise notifies Franchisee that such item is defective or dangerous, Franchisee shall immediately cease using or selling such item, and Franchisee shall at its own expense comply with all instructions from Bombs Away Franchising or the vendor, supplier, or manufacturer of such item with respect to such item, including without limitation the recall, repair, and/or replacement of such item.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 35–36)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Bombs Away's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, if Bombs Away or any vendor, supplier, or manufacturer issues a recall of an item used or sold in the franchisee's business, or notifies the franchisee that an item is defective or dangerous, the franchisee must immediately stop using or selling the item.
Furthermore, the Bombs Away franchisee is responsible for complying with all instructions from Bombs Away or the vendor, supplier, or manufacturer regarding the recalled item. This includes, without limitation, the recall, repair, and/or replacement of the item, all at the franchisee's own expense.
This clause places the onus on the franchisee to manage the logistical and financial burdens of a product recall, which is a fairly standard practice in franchising. Franchisees should ensure they have sufficient insurance coverage and operational procedures in place to handle potential recalls efficiently to minimize disruption to their business and maintain customer trust.