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Black Diamond Recon LT Avalanche Transceiver recalled over an injury risk
Product Recall for Black Diamond Recon LT Avalanche Transceiver presenting a risk of injuries.
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
1 identifier listed for this notice.
Black Diamond Recon LT Avalanche Transceiver
- Item or listing codeOn the box, the label, or the order page where you bought it.
- BD1510070000ALL1
- Sold betweenCompare with your receipt or order date.
- The recall includes all Black Diamond Recon LT transceivers manufactured and sold between 1st June 2021 – 14th February 2025. Affected products have serial numbers starting with 2040-2321. Users can identify their product’s serial number by connecting the transceiver to the PIEPS app via Bluetooth.
What to do now
Black Diamond Recon LT Avalanche Transceiver could cause injury, for example from sharp edges, parts breaking, or the product failing in use.
- Put it out of use now.
- Check whether the notice offers a repair or replacement part before you discard it.
- Use the contact details in the official notice to arrange a refund, repair or replacement.
- If someone has been hurt or the product has failed, report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service.
Why it matters. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies.
Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2502-0148). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Black Diamond Recon LT Avalanche Transceiver presenting a risk of injuries.
The risk
The product presents a risk of injuries as in some cases the metal contact of the product’s switch mechanism may corrode. If this occurs, the device could malfunction or turn off. If this occurred during an avalanche, the malfunction could hinder rescue efforts, leading to injury or death.
The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users.
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users. Owners of Black Diamond Recon LT avalanche transceivers should immediately stop using the product and visit the Black Diamond website for further information: 2025 Black Diamond Recon LT Recall.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2502-0148
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
Black Diamond Recon LT transceivers are made from black and blue plastic with an LCD screen. They measure approximately 11cm x 8cm x 2cm. The product is sold on its own or as part of two sets: the Alpine AVY Safety Set and Recon LY AVY Safety Set
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Questions
Why has Black Diamond Recon LT Avalanche Transceiver been recalled?
Black Diamond Recon LT Avalanche Transceiver could cause injury, for example from sharp edges, parts breaking, or the product failing in use. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the item or listing code and sold between on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Put it out of use now. Check whether the notice offers a repair or replacement part before you discard it.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies. Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
