Recon LT Avalanche Transceivers
CPSC Recall #23-190 — April 27, 2023
Product
Recon LT Avalanche Transceivers
Description
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 NameUPC CodeBD RECON LT BEACON793661495475BD ALPINE AVY SAFETY SET793661512837BD RECON LT AVY SAFETY SET793661518532
Hazard
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.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received seven reports of the transceiver mode changing while in use. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled transceivers and perform a free repair which consists of a firmware update which is done by downloading the Pieps App for iOS or Android devices, connecting the transceiver via Bluetooth, and then following the on-screen prompts to receive a full refund. Consumers can also take the recalled transceivers to a Black Diamond store or ship the transceiver to the Black Diamond service center to have the firmware installed.
Units Affected
About 1,550 (In addition, about 250 were sold in Canada)
Sold At
Liberty Mountain, Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) and other specialty outdoor stores nationwide and online at www.blackdiamond.com, www.backcountry.com and www.evo.com from May 2021 through March 2023 for between $350 and $500.
Importer
Black Diamond Equipment Ltd., of Salt Lake City, Utah
Manufactured In
Austria and Bosnia