CPSC recall 16138
GolfBuddy golf GPS bands
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2016-04-13
On 2016-04-13 the CPSC announced a recall of GolfBuddy golf GPS bands by Deca International, citing the band charging ports can produce an electrical charge to exposed skin, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16138 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2016-04-07 |
| Published | 2016-04-13 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Deca International |
| Distribution | US |
Product
GolfBuddy golf GPS bands | This recall involves GolfBuddy BB5 golf GPS LED bands. The band is a wearable GPS unit that operates as a pedometer, distance monitor and watch and comes preloaded with golf course information. It is made of plastic with a stainless steel casing, has a LED display screen and a two-pronged connector at the end for closure. The display screen is flush with the top side of the band and has four buttons on the perimeter of the band. The wristband is about one inch wide and comes in black with interchangeable wristbands in large and small sizes and in the colors lime, navy and orange. GolfBuddy is molded on the outer part of the band. The model BB5 is on the back of the recalled unit below the charging port. Recalled units do not have a yellow round sticker on the front and on the packaging.
Reason
The band charging ports can produce an electrical charge to exposed skin, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
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/2016/GolfBuddy-GPS-Bands-Recalled-by-Deca-International
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