CPSC, Ortovox USA Announce Recall of Avalanche Transceivers

Active Recall Announced September 15, 2005 CPSC #05271

Quick answer

CPSC, Ortovox USA Announce Recall of Avalanche Transceivers is CPSC recall #05271, announced on September 15, 2005. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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 remedy is 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.. Affected brand: Ortovox USA.

Hazard

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

Recalled brands

Ortovox USA

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.

Recall date

September 15, 2005

Categories

Safety/Emergency Tool Kits

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #05271?

CPSC recall #05271 covers CPSC, Ortovox USA Announce Recall of Avalanche Transceivers, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on September 15, 2005. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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.

What is the remedy for recall #05271?

The CPSC remedy for recall #05271 is 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.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, Ortovox USA Announce Recall of Avalanche Transceivers on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Ortovox-USA-Announce-Recall-of-Avalanche-Transceivers. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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