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

Reported: December 9, 2013 Initiated: December 9, 2013 #14044

Product Description

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.

Reason for Recall

The battery clips in the transmitters can corrode causing the transmitters to operate intermittently or not at all, without generating a warning.

Remedy

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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.. Recalled by Linear H.K. Manufacturing Limited, of China. Units affected: About 48,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The battery clips in the transmitters can corrode causing the transmitters to operate intermittently or not at all, without generating a warning.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately contact Linear to receive a free replacement transmitter.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 9, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14044.