Recalls / 2007-08-29
Weather Radios Recalled by Oregon Scientific Due to Failure to Receive National Weather Service Alerts
07292 · Recalled 2007-08-29 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves the following Weather Radios and Weather Stations: NAME MODEL All Hazards Portable Weather Alert Radio WR103NX Portable Public Alert Radio WR108 Public Alert Weather Station WRB308 John Deere Public Alert Weather Station WRB308J No other models are included in this recall.
Hazards
The radios could fail to receive National Weather Service alert signals in certain areas of the country. In the event of severe weather, this failure could put a consumer's life and property at risk.
Reported injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should not rely on the recalled weather radios to receive emergency information. Consumers should contact Oregon Scientific for instructions on returning the radio to receive a free replacement.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon Scientific Weather Radios | About 66,000 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Oregon Scientific Inc.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Retail, including some electronics, sporting goods stores, online retailers, in catalogs, $150.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Oregon Scientific at (800) 203-4921 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www2.oregonscientific.com
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Source: CPSC recall 07292. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.