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CPSC recall 09744

Samsung "Jitterbug" Cell Phones

On 2014-05-23 the CPSC announced a recall of Samsung "Jitterbug" Cell Phones by Samsung Telecommunications America, citing the recalled cell phones that are in a no-service area and display an "out of range, try again later" message could fail to connect to emergency 911.

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AgencyCPSC
Recall number09744
ClassificationNot classified
Statusunknown
Initiated2009-05-22
Published2014-05-23
Last updated2026-09-13 11:58 UTC
CompanySamsung Telecommunications America
DistributionUS

Product

Samsung "Jitterbug" Cell Phones | This recall involves "Jitterbug" cell phones model numbers SPH-a110 and SPH-a120 with standard key pads and version BB14 software. No other Samsung wireless phones or software versions are included in this recall.

Reason

The recalled cell phones that are in a no-service area and display an "out of range, try again later" message could fail to connect to emergency 911.

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/2009/Samsung-Recalls-to-Upgrade-Certain-Cell-Phones-Could-Fail-to-Reach-Emergency-911-in-a-No-Service-Area

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