Liability For Product Recall In Vietnam: The Legal Provisions And Practice

Abstract

The legal regulations on liability for recalling defective products in Vietnam, which have been promulgated in recent years, have initially achieved certain results in protecting consumers' interests. While Vietnam is implementing the rule of law to ensure the protection of consumers' rights, some cases of recalling defective products suggest a need to enhance the responsibility of enterprises. Using several case examples from Vietnam, this study examines two levels of factors that contribute to limitations of recalling defective products: (1) inadequacies of legal regulations and, (2) difficulties of law enforcement. In addition, we conclude that the effectiveness of recalling causes of defective products in Vietnam depends on the awareness of enterprises and culture. Dealing with this matter requires overall solutions that address the root causes of the problems, thereby some recommendations are offered.