CPSC, Ortovox USA Announce Recall of Avalanche Transceivers

Q: "Was Ortovox M1 and M2 Avalanche Transceivers - A device worn to help locate a buried avalanche victim recalled?"

"Yes. CPSC recall #05271 was issued on 2005-09-15. %!s(\u003cnil\u003e)"

Recall Date

2005-09-15

Products Involved

Ortovox M1 and M2 Avalanche Transceivers - A device worn to help locate a buried avalanche victim

Full Recall Description

Both models of avalanche transceivers are plastic and measure 5.5 inches by 2.5 inches by 1 inch. The M1 has a navy blue body and a yellow volume control switch. The M2 avalanche transceiver comes in two colors: glacier white (gray) with a red volume control switch, and orange with a gray volume control switch. The model name and "ORTOVOX" are written on the front of the transceivers.

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Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.

For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.

Last verified: 2026-03-28