Searching recalls…
Searching…
Home › Everything else › ORTOVOX Avalanche Transceiver Due to Loss of…
Product recall · CPSCJune 2, 2015Worth checking
ORTOVOX Avalanche Transceiver Due to Loss of Emergency Communications Capability
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The S1+ hardware can fail, resulting in an inability to transmit a discoverable signal during an emergency situation, even as the unit appears to be powered on and functioning properly.
The Recall Registry rates this worth checking — we found nothing in the notice describing a specific injury. A recall covers only the versions, UPCs or date codes it names, so check those against yours.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled S1+ transceiver beacons immediately and return them to ORTOVOX for a free repair.
Who to contact: Deuter USA toll-free at (877) 384-9252 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, email at ortovox.warranty@deuterusa.com or online at ortovox.com and click on the "S1+ Avalanche Transceiver Recall" box for more information.
The product
The ORTOVOX S1+ transceiver is used as a beacon to locate an individual in the event of avalanche burial. The flip-case design transceiver is black with green accent stripes on the top sides. ORTOVOX and S1+ are printed on the top of the device. In the open/receive position the top half of the transceiver displays a blue screen with green border that displays an image and distance reading of the buried individual. The transceivers measure about 5 inches long by 3 inches wide by 1 inch thick in the closed/transmit position. All transceivers manufactured from 2010 through 2014 are included in the recall. The manufacture date is printed inside the battery door on the back of the transceiver with a roman numeral representing the quarter of the year and a two digit number referring to the year.
Details
- Units affected
- About 3,000
- Recall date
- June 2, 2015
- Brand
- Deuter USA, of Longmont, Colo.
- Made or distributed by
- Ortovox, of Taufkirchen, Germany
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Outdoor specialty retailers, ski shops and directly nationwide from July 2010 through April 2015 for about $490.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “ORTOVOX Recalls Avalanche Transceiver Due to Loss of Emergency Communications Capability”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
Filed under: Everything else