CPSC recall · Reported September 15, 2005
CPSC, Ortovox USA Announce Recall of Avalanche Transceivers
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 r…
Ortovox USA, of Hopkinton, N.h. recalled Both models of avalanche transceivers are plastic and measure 5.5 inches by 2.5 inches by….
CPSC, Ortovox USA Announce Recall of Avalanche Transceivers was recalled by Ortovox USA, of Hopkinton, N.h. in September 15, 2005. Reason: The batteries in these devices can become dislodged when the transceiver is struck sharply. The transceiver c…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled avalanche transceivers and contact the firm to r…. Verify recall #05271 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Ortovox USA, of Hopkinton, N.h. issued this CPSC recall-The batteries in these devices can become dislodged when the transceiver is struck sharply. The transceiver c….
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- September 15, 2005
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05271 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product 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.
Reason for recall
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, what to do
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.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 05271 |
| Date reported | September 15, 2005 |
| Date initiated | September 15, 2005 |
| Recalling firm | Ortovox USA, of Hopkinton, N.h. |
| Affected scope | About 15,500 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using the recalled avalanche transceivers and contact the firm to receive a new battery door that will help…
- Check the recall number (05271) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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