Provata activity trackers
CPSC Recall #18-231 — September 25, 2018
Product
Provata activity trackers
Description
This recall involves the Provata activity fitness tracker. The wristbands were given to consumers as a promotional giveaway and feature a digital display, a charging terminal, a heart rate and step detector with Bluetooth technology. They were distributed in three colors: black, blue or mint green. The packaging displays the word “Provata” and “Activity Tracker [color]” printed on the front cover.
Hazard
The activity tracker wristbands can overheat while the user is wearing it or when charging, posing a burn hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received 13 reports of the activity tracker overheating during use or while charging, including three reports of burns to the wrist.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop wearing or charging the recalled wristbands and contact Provata Health for instructions on how to receive a free replacement wristband.
Units Affected
About 30,000
Sold At
Distributed as a free promotional item from August 2017 through July 2018 in mailings nationwide and in-person during employer wellness events in Oregon, North Carolina and Arizona.
Manufacturer
Million Concept Electronic (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd., of China
Importer
Provata Health, Inc. of Portland, Ore., a subsidiary of The StayWell Company, LLC, of Yardley, Penn.
Manufactured In
China