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Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free replacement · About 76,300 (In addition, about 21,300 were sold in Canada) (Pi units
Recall No. 22-194 Published July 28, 2022

Avalanche Transceivers

The recalled transceivers may not switch from SEND mode into SEARCH mode. If this were to occur, the device would not be able to locate a skier in an avalanche, which could result in severe bodily harm or death if the skier is buried under snow. sold at Liberty Mountain, Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) and other specialty outdoor stores nationwide and online at www.backcountry.com from January 2013 – April 2022 for $300 to $450.

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Recalled Pieps Pro BT and Powder BT Avalanche Transceivers
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Recalled Pieps Pro BT and Powder BT Avalanche Transceivers

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Why it was recalled

The recalled transceivers may not switch from SEND mode into SEARCH mode. If this were to occur, the device would not be able to locate a skier in an avalanche, which could result in severe bodily harm or death if the skier is buried under snow.

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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

Black Diamond has received 26 reports of the search mode on the transceiver not working properly. No injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: replace
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled transceivers and perform a safety check to verify if the device can switch into Search Mode by following instructions on this website. If the devices are not working properly, please contact Black Diamond to receive a prepaid shipping label to return the recalled transceivers for a free repair or a replacement device.

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 76,300 (In addition, about 21,300 were sold in Canada) (Pi
Made inBosnia and Herzegovina
Sold atLiberty Mountain, Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) and other specialty outdoor stores nationwide and online at www.backcountry.com
Sales periodJanuary 2013 – April 2022
Price$300 to $450

How to reach the firm

Phone
866-306-0865
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. MT Monday through Friday

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