CPSC, Climb High Inc. Announce Recall of Avalanche Transceivers
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2005-01-13). Models: 3000. About 137 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05527 |
| Published | 2005-01-13 |
| Last updated | 2024-11-21 |
| Product category | Climbing Equipment |
| Products | Mammut Barryvox Avalanche Transceivers - A device worn by backcountry skiers, and used to help locate a buried avalanche victim |
| Firm named in the title | Climb High Inc. |
| Firms | Ascom Systec AG, Eichtal, of Switzerland (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Switzerland |
| Units (US) | 137 |
| Model numbers | 3000 |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Authorized Mammut Dealers, from August 2004 through November 2004, for about $300. |
Description
The recalled Barryvoxes are 2004/2005 model Opto 3000 Avalanche Transceivers. The words, "Mammut" and "Barryvox" are printed on the front of the red and black transceivers. The serial numbers on the recalled units, which can be found in the battery compartment under the UPC code, include: M0080000 through M0088419, M0089616 through M0089800 and M0090000 through M0090419. The recalled units were shipped with an instructional CD and the box marked "Bonus CD Included." Units containing safe replacement transceivers have a red triangular label reading "New Casing" on the box.
Hazard
The transceiver's plastic casing could crack, causing a malfunction, if water were to enter the unit. If the transceiver fails to function properly in the aftermath of an avalanche, it could result in the buried victim not being found in time to avoid serious injury or death.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the transceivers immediately and contact Climb High for a free replacement.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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