CPSCGeneral Alert
CPSC, Ortovox USA Announce Recall of Avalanche Transceivers
Published: September 15, 2005Recall ID: 05271Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / 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.
Product Description & Identification
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.
Affected Products
Ortovox M1 and M2 Avalanche Transceivers - A device worn to help locate a buried avalanche victim
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Ortovox-USA-Announce-Recall-of-Avalanche-Transceivers |
| Title | CPSC, Ortovox USA Announce Recall of Avalanche Transceivers |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/73b70f555c9b44bca0296cdfb214d78d.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled M1 Transceiver |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/6f8c7261ba1443199b4373717a76cade.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled M2 Transceiver |
| Hazards › Name | 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. |
| Injuries › Name | There have been three reports by consumers of the batteries in these devices becoming dislodged. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Ortovox M1 and M2 Avalanche Transceivers - A device worn to help locate a buried avalanche victim |
| Products › Type | Safety/Emergency Tool Kits |
| Products › Category I D | 2108 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 15,500 |
| Recall I D | 3017 |
| Remedies › Name | 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. |
| Retailers › Name | Outdoor specialty stores nationwide, from January 1997 through July 2005, for about $300. |
| Recall Date | 2005-09-15T00:00:00 |
| 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. |
| Recall Number | 05271 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Ortovox USA, of Hopkinton, N.H. |
| Consumer Contact | 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 |
| Last Publish Date | 2024-11-06T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | Germany |