CPSC recall · Reported March 6, 2025
Black Diamond Equipment Recalls BD Recon LT Avalanche Transceivers Due to Risk of Loss of Emergency Communications; Risk of Serious Injury or Death
The metal contact in the switch mechanism of the Recon LT avalanche transceiver can corrode and cause the transceiver to malfunction. If this occurs, the device can turn off and m…
The CPSC recalled This recall involves Black Diamond Recon LT avalanche transceivers. The transceivers are ….
Black Diamond Equipment Recalls BD Recon LT Avalanche Transceivers Due to Risk of Loss of… was recalled and listed by the CPSC in March 6, 2025. Reason: The metal contact in the switch mechanism of the Recon LT avalanche transceiver can corrode and cause the tra…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled avalanche transceivers and contact B…. Verify recall #25167 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The metal contact in the switch mechanism of the Recon LT avalanche transceiver can corrode and cause the tra….
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- March 6, 2025
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #25167 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
This recall involves Black Diamond Recon LT avalanche transceivers. The transceivers are plastic with an LCD screen. They have a gray exterior and a blue top. The Black Diamond logo and model name "RECON LT" are on the front of the transceivers. The recalled transceivers were sold as standalone units and as part of Black Diamond Alpine Avy Safety Sets and Black Diamond Recon LT Avy Safety Sets.
Reason for recall
The metal contact in the switch mechanism of the Recon LT avalanche transceiver can corrode and cause the transceiver to malfunction. If this occurs, the device can turn off and make it impossible to locate a victim in an avalanche, which could result in serious injury or death.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled avalanche transceivers and contact Black Diamond for a full refund, a replacement transceiver, or a free repair. Consumers will not be asked for proof of purchase and will receive a pre-paid shipping label to return the recalled transceivers. Black Diamond is contacting all known purchasers. Consumers should go to https://warranty.bdel.com/beaconRecall2025/StepOne to participate in the recall. The repair involves replacing the original zinc coated steel insert with a corrosion resistant stainless-steel version. The replacement option allows the consumer to exchange their BD Recon LT avalanche transceiver for a BD Guide BT or BD Recon X avalanche transceiver. Both the BD Guide BT and BD Recon X transceivers utilize a different switch design. Consumers also have the option to return their device for a full refund (credit card reimbursement).
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 25167 |
| Date reported | March 6, 2025 |
| Date initiated | March 6, 2025 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 1,660 (In addition, about 206 were sold in Canada). The transceivers were recalled in 2023 for a different hazard |
| 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 immediately stop using the recalled avalanche transceivers and contact Black Diamond for a full refund, a replac…
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