Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported April 7, 2016
GolfBuddy GPS Bands Recalled by Deca International Due to Burn Hazard
The band charging ports can produce an electrical charge to exposed skin, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
The recall
Deca International Corp., dba GolfBuddy, of La Palma, Calif. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The band charging ports can produce an electrical charge to exposed skin, posing a burn hazard to consumers..
- Moderate
- severity level
- April 7, 2016
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16138 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #16138) was formally reported on April 7, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Deca International Corp., dba GolfBuddy, of La Palma, Calif. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 3,000.
The documented reason for this recall is: The band charging ports can produce an electrical charge to exposed skin, posing a burn hazard to consumers. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled golf wristbands and contact GolfBuddy for instructions on how to update the unit with the latest firmware, also available in the firm's website. — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls — clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Affected scope
About 3,000
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves GolfBuddy BB5 golf GPS LED bands. The band is a wearable GPS unit that operates as a pedometer, distance monitor and watch and comes preloaded with golf course information. It is made of plastic with a stainless steel casing, has a LED display screen and a two-pronged connector at the end for closure. The display screen is flush with the top side of the band and has four buttons on the perimeter of the band. The wristband is about one inch wide and comes in black with interchangeable wristbands in large and small sizes and in the colors lime, navy and orange. GolfBuddy is molded on the outer part of the band. The model BB5 is on the back of the recalled unit below the charging port. Recalled units do not have a yellow round sticker on the front and on the packaging.
Reason for recall
The band charging ports can produce an electrical charge to exposed skin, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy — what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled golf wristbands and contact GolfBuddy for instructions on how to update the unit with the latest firmware, also available in the firm's website.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16138 |
| Date reported | April 7, 2016 |
| Date initiated | April 7, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Deca International Corp., dba GolfBuddy, of La Palma, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 3,000 |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves GolfBuddy BB5 golf GPS LED bands. The band is a wearable GPS unit that operates as a pedometer, distance monitor and watch and comes preloaded with golf course information. It is made of plastic with a stainless steel casing, has a LED display screen and a two-pronged connector at the end for closure. The display screen is flush with the top side of the band and has four buttons on the perimeter of the band. The wristband is about one inch wide and comes in black with interchangeable wristbands in large and small sizes and in the colors lime, navy and orange. GolfBuddy is molded on the outer part of the band. The model BB5 is on the back of the recalled unit below the charging port. Recalled units do not have a yellow round sticker on the front and on the packaging.. Recalled by Deca International Corp., dba GolfBuddy, of La Palma, Calif.. Units affected: About 3,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The band charging ports can produce an electrical charge to exposed skin, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled golf wristbands and contact GolfBuddy for instructions on how to update the unit with the latest firmware, also available in the firm's website.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 7, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16138.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (16138) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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Data Sources
Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported April 7, 2016.
- Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
- Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
- Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.
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Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA) Aggregated federal recall feeds Recall data normalized across FDA, CPSC and NHTSA feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type).