Recalls / 2011-04-19

Spot Recalls Satellite Communicator Due To Loss of Emergency Communications Capability

11735 · Recalled 2011-04-19 · CPSC page

Description

The satellite communicator tracks the user's location and sends the user's GPS coordinates and a distress message in the case of an emergency. The device is black with the SPOT logo and the word DeLorme on the front. It measures 3 inches x 2.6 inches and is bundled with the DeLorme Earthmate PN-60w GPS. The GPS is not subject to this recall. Affected products have Electronic Serial Numbers (ESN) from 0-2000000 to 0-2019999. The ESN is located on a label under the battery.

Hazards

The internal voltage regulator can stop working, resulting in the inability to transmit messages and tracking information in emergency situations.

Reported injuries

Spot LLC has received two reports of product failure in temperatures below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Spot LLC for a free replacement.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Spot Satellite Communicator		About 15,400

Parties

Manufacturer: Spot LLC
Made in: China
Sold at: Cabela's, Bass Pro Shops, REI, L.L. Bean, other retailers nationwide

Consumer contact

For more information, contact Spot LLC at (866) 727-7733 between 8 a.m. and midnight ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.findmespot.com/replacement

More images

Recalled satellite communicator battery compartment showing the ESN label

Recalled satellite communicator with the bundled GPS which is NOT subject to this recall

Source: CPSC recall 11735. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.