Reported Jun 2, 2015
ORTOVOX Recalls Avalanche Transceiver Due to Loss of Emergency Communications Capability
Deuter USA of Longmont, Colo.
Risk not classifiedThe agency has not ranked the risk yet — treat the notice as a caution.What you should do
Consumers should stop using the recalled S1+ transceiver beacons immediately and return them to ORTOVOX for a free repair.
Firm 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.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- ORTOVOX S1+ Avalanche Transceiver
- Amount recalled
- About 3,000
Where it was sold
Sold at Outdoor specialty retailers, ski shops and directly nationwide from July 2010 through April 2015 for about $490..
Why it was recalled
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 agency has not ranked the risk yet — treat the notice as a caution.
Reports so far: None reported.
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