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Weather Radios Recalled by Oregon Scientific Due to Failure to Receive National Weather Service Alerts

Reported: August 29, 2007 Initiated: August 29, 2007 #07292

Product Description

This recall involves the following Weather Radios and Weather Stations: NAME MODEL All Hazards Portable Weather Alert Radio WR103NX Portable Public Alert Radio WR108 Public Alert Weather Station WRB308 John Deere Public Alert Weather Station WRB308J No other models are included in this recall.

Reason for Recall

The radios could fail to receive National Weather Service alert signals in certain areas of the country. In the event of severe weather, this failure could put a consumer's life and property at risk.

Remedy

Consumers should not rely on the recalled weather radios to receive emergency information. Consumers should contact Oregon Scientific for instructions on returning the radio to receive a free replacement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the following Weather Radios and Weather Stations: NAME MODEL All Hazards Portable Weather Alert Radio WR103NX Portable Public Alert Radio WR108 Public Alert Weather Station WRB308 John Deere Public Alert Weather Station WRB308J No other models are included in this recall.. Recalled by Oregon Scientific Inc., of Tualatin, Ore.. Units affected: About 66,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The radios could fail to receive National Weather Service alert signals in certain areas of the country. In the event of severe weather, this failure could put a consumer's life and property at risk.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should not rely on the recalled weather radios to receive emergency information. Consumers should contact Oregon Scientific for instructions on returning the radio to receive a free replacement.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 29, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07292.