Black Diamond Recon LT Avalanche Transceiver recalled due to risk of a signal transmission failure during emergencies

The metal contact in the switch mechanism of the Recon LT avalanche transceiver can corrode, potentially causing it to malfunction or turn off, which can cause delayed search and rescue operations in the case of an avalanche. As of February 14, 2025, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada or the United States. The company has received 6 reports in Europe of the product malfunctioning or turning off, with no reports of injuries.

Injury hazard

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled transceiver and return the product to Black Diamond for repair, exchange, or refund. For more information, consumers can contact Black Diamond Equipment by telephone toll-free at 1-866-306-0865, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. MT, Monday through Friday, by email at 2025reconltrecall@bdel.com or visit the company website . Joint recall with Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC) and Black Diamond Equipment. Please note that the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act prohibits recalled products from being redistributed, sold or even given away in Canada. Health Canada would like to remind consumers to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product or any other consumer product or cosmetic by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form . This recall is also posted on the OECD Global Portal on Product Recalls website . You can visit this site for more information on other international consumer product recalls.

BD Recon LT Avalanche Transceiver

RA-77058