Black Diamond Equipment, in conjunction with the European General Product Safety Regulation, is recalling the Black Diamond Recon LT avalanche transceiver and related avalanche safety sets due to a corrosion issue that may cause it to malfunction. Recon LT owners can have their transceivers repaired, exchanged for a different model or refunded.
In some cases, the metal contact of the Recon LT’s switch mechanism may corrode. If this occurs, the device could malfunction or turn off, potentially hindering avalanche rescue efforts and increasing the risk of serious injury or death. Consumers who own the Recon LT should immediately stop using it and follow the recall procedures.
Affected products
This recall affects all Black Diamond Recon LT transceivers manufactured and sold between June 1, 2021–Feb. 14, 2025, with serial numbers starting with the range 2040–2321. The serial number can be found by connecting your transceiver to the Pieps app via Bluetooth. This transceiver was sold as a standalone unit and as part of two avalanche safety sets. The Product Names, Style Numbers, and SKUs are below:
Recall procedures
Owners should immediately stop using the transceivers and follow the recall procedures. Consumers in Europe and North America will be offered either repair, exchange or refund. In either case, Black Diamond asks to send the device back to the company, and upon receipt, it will offer a solution within 14 working days.
For questions about the Recon LT avalanche transceiver recall, email Black Diamond at warranty@blackdiamond.eu or check the claims web page.
