Reported Apr 7, 2016
GolfBuddy GPS Bands Recalled by Deca International Due to Burn Hazard
Deca International Corp., dba GolfBuddy of La Palma, Calif.
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled golf wristbands and contact GolfBuddy for instructions on how to update the unit with the latest firmware, also available in the firm's website.
Firm contact: GolfBuddy toll-free at 888-251-6058 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.golfbuddyglobal.com and click on Recall Information link at the bottom of the homepage for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- GolfBuddy golf GPS bands
- Amount recalled
- About 3,000
Where it was sold
Sold at PGA Tour Superstore, The Golfer's Warehouse, Worldwide Golf Shops and other authorized golf dealers nationwide and online at www.amazon.com and www.golfbuddyglobal.com from April 2015 through January 2016 for about $250..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The band charging ports can produce an electrical charge to exposed skin, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: The firm has received two reports of consumers being burned.
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