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RecallCPSCcpsc-1565BATTERY HAZARD

Linear Recalls Personal Emergency Reporting System Transmitters Due to Battery Signal Failure

Units Affected
48,000
Recall Date
December 9, 2013
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Battery Hazard
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CPSC Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1565.

The recalled Linear PERS transmitters are components of Linear PERS products and allow users to push a button on the transmitter to summon assistance. Transmitter models DXS-LRC, DXS-LRC-LA, DXS-LRP and DXS-LRW manufactured from June 2013 to July 2013 with date codes 1306 and 1307 representing the year and month, and 1329 (representing the 29th week of 2013) are included in the recall. The model and date codes appear on the back of the transmitter. The DXS-LRC transmitters are gray plastic pendants with a black circle in the center and can be worn as a pendant around the neck or on a wristband. The DXS-LRP transmitter is a white pendant with a green swirl design on the front. The DXS-LRW transmitter has a solid black wristband with a black plastic face and black button in the center.

Corrective Action (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1565.

Consumers should immediately contact Linear to receive a free replacement transmitter.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Independent Pers Distributors And Dealers Nationwide From June 2013 Through August 2013 For About $45. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.

Consumer Contact (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1565.

Linear toll-free at (855) 554-2384 from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.linear-pers.com and click on Recalls for more information.

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Independent Pers Distributors And Dealers Nationwide From June 2013 Through August 2013 For About $45. Recall FAQ

Independent Pers Distributors And Dealers Nationwide From June 2013 Through August 2013 For About $45. is the subject of a batteries & power recall: Linear Recalls Personal Emergency Reporting System Transmitters Due to Battery Signal Failure. The notice was published on December 9, 2013 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 48,000 units are potentially affected.