CPSC recall 11735
Spot Satellite Communicator
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2016-07-08
On 2016-07-08 the CPSC announced a recall of Spot Satellite Communicator by Spot, citing the internal voltage regulator can stop working, resulting in the inability to transmit messages and tracking information in emergency situations.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 11735 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2011-04-19 |
| Published | 2016-07-08 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Spot |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Spot Satellite Communicator | The satellite communicator tracks the user's location and sends the user's GPS coordinates and a distress message in the case of an emergency. The device is black with the SPOT logo and the word DeLorme on the front. It measures 3 inches x 2.6 inches and is bundled with the DeLorme Earthmate PN-60w GPS. The GPS is not subject to this recall. Affected products have Electronic Serial Numbers (ESN) from 0-2000000 to 0-2019999. The ESN is located on a label under the battery.
Reason
The internal voltage regulator can stop working, resulting in the inability to transmit messages and tracking information in emergency situations.
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/2011/Spot-Recalls-Satellite-Communicator-Due-To-Loss-of-Emergency-Communications-Capability
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