CPSC recall 05271
Ortovox M1 and M2 Avalanche Transceivers - A device worn to help locate a buried avalanche victim
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2024-11-06
On 2024-11-06 the CPSC announced a recall of Ortovox M1 and M2 Avalanche Transceivers - A device worn to help locate a buried avalanche victim by Ortovox Usa, citing the batteries in these devices can become dislodged when the transceiver is struck sharply. The transceiver could fail to function properly in the aftermath of an avalanche, and r….
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05271 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2005-09-15 |
| Published | 2024-11-06 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Ortovox Usa |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Ortovox M1 and M2 Avalanche Transceivers - A device worn to help locate a buried avalanche victim | Both models of avalanche transceivers are plastic and measure 5.5 inches by 2.5 inches by 1 inch. The M1 has a navy blue body and a yellow volume control switch. The M2 avalanche transceiver comes in two colors: glacier white (gray) with a red volume control switch, and orange with a gray volume control switch. The model name and "ORTOVOX" are written on the front of the transceivers.
Reason
The batteries in these devices can become dislodged when the transceiver is struck sharply. The transceiver could fail to function properly in the aftermath of an avalanche, and result in the buried victim not being found in time to avoid serious injury or death.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Ortovox-USA-Announce-Recall-of-Avalanche-Transceivers
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