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CPSC, Ortovox USA Announce Recall of Avalanche Transceivers

U.S. CPSCInjuriesSep 15, 2005
Recalled M1 Transceiver
Recalled M1 Transceiver
Recalled M2 Transceiver
Recalled M2 Transceiver

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

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

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.

Incidents & injuries

There have been three reports by consumers of the batteries in these devices becoming dislodged. No injuries have been reported.

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.

Sold on

Outdoor specialty stores nationwide, from January 1997 through July 2005, for about $300.

Contact the company

Call Ortovox USA toll-free at (888) 215-3131 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ortovox.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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