Black Diamond Equipment Recalls BD Recon LT Avalanche Transceivers Due to Risk of Loss of Emergency Communications; Risk of Serious Injury or Death

Active Recall Announced March 6, 2025 CPSC #25167

Quick answer

Black Diamond Equipment Recalls BD Recon LT Avalanche Transceivers Due to Risk of Loss of Emergency Communications; Risk of Serious Injury or Death is CPSC recall #25167, announced on March 6, 2025. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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. The remedy is 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).. Affected brand: Black Diamond Equipment Ltd..

Hazard

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.

Affected products

BD Recon LT Avalanche Transceivers

Recalled brands

Black Diamond Equipment Ltd.

Remedy

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 date

March 6, 2025

Categories

BD Recon LT Avalanche Transceivers

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #25167?

CPSC recall #25167 covers Black Diamond Equipment Recalls BD Recon LT Avalanche Transceivers Due to Risk of Loss of Emergency Communications; Risk of Serious Injury or Death, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on March 6, 2025. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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.

What is the remedy for recall #25167?

The CPSC remedy for recall #25167 is 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).. 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 Black Diamond Equipment Recalls BD Recon LT Avalanche Transceivers Due to Risk of Loss of Emergency Communications; Risk of Serious Injury or Death 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/2025/Black-Diamond-Equipment-Recalls-BD-Recon-LT-Avalanche-Transceivers-Due-to-Risk-of-Loss-of-Emergency-Communications-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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