CPSC, Ortovox USA Announce Recall of Avalanche Transceivers
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2005-09-15). About 15,500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05271 |
| Published | 2005-09-15 |
| Last updated | 2024-11-06 |
| Product category | Safety/Emergency Tool Kits |
| Products | Ortovox M1 and M2 Avalanche Transceivers - A device worn to help locate a buried avalanche victim |
| Firm named in the title | Ortovox USA |
| Firms | Ortovox USA, of Hopkinton, N.H. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Germany |
| Units (US) | 15,500 |
| Remedy classes | stop use |
| Sold | Outdoor specialty stores nationwide, from January 1997 through July 2005, for about $300. |
Description
Both models of avalanche transceivers are plastic and measure 5.5 inches by 2.5 inches by 1 inch. The M1 has a navy blue body and a yellow volume control switch. The M2 avalanche transceiver comes in two colors: glacier white (gray) with a red volume control switch, and orange with a gray volume control switch. The model name and "ORTOVOX" are written on the front of the transceivers.
Hazard
The batteries in these devices can become dislodged when the transceiver is struck sharply. The transceiver could fail to function properly in the aftermath of an avalanche, and result in the buried victim not being found in time to avoid serious injury or death.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled avalanche transceivers and contact the firm to receive a new battery door that will help prevent the batteries from becoming dislodged.
Incidents and injuries
There have been three reports by consumers of the batteries in these devices becoming dislodged. No injuries have been reported.
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