Ortovox USA · Recalled
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 result in the buried victim not being found in time to avoid serious injury or death.
- Units
- About 15,500
- Reports
- 3
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $300
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
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.
The file
- Sold at
- Outdoor specialty stores nationwide, from January 1997 through July 2005, for about $300.
- Product type
- Safety/Emergency Tool Kits
- Made in
- Germany
- Recalled by
- Ortovox USA, of Hopkinton, N.H.
Incident log
There have been three reports by consumers of the batteries in these devices becoming dislodged. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says 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.
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
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated SEP 15 2005; last revised NOV 06 2024.
