[Recalled] Recon LT Avalanche Transceivers — This recall involves Black Diamond Recon LT avalanche transceivers, Black Diamo… | CPSC 2023-04-27
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Recall details
| Product | Recon LT Avalanche Transceivers |
|---|---|
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 23190 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 27 April 2023 |
| EAN / barcode | 0793661495475 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: This recall involves Black Diamond Recon LT avalanche transceivers, Black Diamond Alpine Avy Safety Sets and Black Diamond Recon LT Avy Safety Sets. The recalled transceivers were sold as a standalone unit and as part of an avalanche safety set. The transceivers are plastic with an LCD screen. They have a gray exterior and a blue top. The Black Diamond logo and model name are on the front of the unit. The following three models have UPC codes located on the product's box. Transceiver Name UPC Code BD RECON LT BEACON 793661495475 BD ALPINE AVY SAFETY SET 793661512837 BD RECON LT AVY SAFETY SET 793661518532 Hazards: The recalled transceivers can unexpectedly enter search mode due to interference from other beacons. If this occurs, the device could fail to transmit the position of survivors of an avalanche, resulting in delayed search and rescue operations, which could result in severe bodily harm or death if the skier is buried under snow.
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