CPSC recall 23190
Recon LT Avalanche Transceivers
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2023-04-27
On 2023-04-27 the CPSC announced a recall of Recon LT Avalanche Transceivers by Black Diamond Equipment, citing the recalled transceivers can unexpectedly enter search mode due to interference from other beacons. If this occurs, the device could fail to transmit the position of survivors of….
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 23190 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2023-04-27 |
| Published | 2023-04-27 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Black Diamond Equipment |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Recon LT Avalanche Transceivers | This recall involves Black Diamond Recon LT avalanche transceivers, Black Diamond Alpine Avy Safety Sets and Black Diamond Recon LT Avy Safety Sets. The recalled transceivers were sold as a standalone unit and as part of an avalanche safety set. The transceivers are plastic with an LCD screen. They have a gray exterior and a blue top. The Black Diamond logo and model name are on the front of the unit. The following three models have UPC codes located on the product's box. Transceiver Name UPC Code BD RECON LT BEACON 793661495475 BD ALPINE AVY SAFETY SET 793661512837 BD RECON LT AVY SAFETY SET 793661518532
Reason
The recalled transceivers can unexpectedly enter search mode due to interference from other beacons. If this occurs, the device could fail to transmit the position of survivors of an avalanche, resulting in delayed search and rescue operations, which could result in severe bodily harm or death if the skier is buried under snow.
Identifiers
| upc | 793661495475 |
|---|---|
| upc | 793661512837 |
| upc | 793661518532 |
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/2023/Black-Diamond-Equipment-Recalls-Recon-LT-Avalanche-Transceivers-Due-to-Risk-of-Loss-of-Emergency-Communication
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