Spot Recalls Satellite Communicator Due To Loss of Emergency Communications Capability
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2011-04-19). About 15,400 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 11735 |
| Published | 2011-04-19 |
| Last updated | 2016-07-08 |
| Product category | Personal Protection |
| Products | Spot Satellite Communicator |
| Firm named in the title | Spot |
| Firms | Spot LLC, of Covington, La. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 15,400 |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Cabela's, Bass Pro Shops, REI, L.L. Bean and other retailers nationwide from July 2010 through March 2011 for $549. |
Description
The satellite communicator tracks the user's location and sends the user's GPS coordinates and a distress message in the case of an emergency. The device is black with the SPOT logo and the word DeLorme on the front. It measures 3 inches x 2.6 inches and is bundled with the DeLorme Earthmate PN-60w GPS. The GPS is not subject to this recall. Affected products have Electronic Serial Numbers (ESN) from 0-2000000 to 0-2019999. The ESN is located on a label under the battery.
Hazard
The internal voltage regulator can stop working, resulting in the inability to transmit messages and tracking information in emergency situations.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Spot LLC for a free replacement.
Incidents and injuries
Spot LLC has received two reports of product failure in temperatures below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. No injuries have been reported.
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