CPSC recall 16-138, announced April 7, 2016, covers GolfBuddy golf GPS bands (about 3,000 units). The band charging ports can produce an electrical charge to exposed skin, posing a burn hazard to consumers. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled golf wristbands and contact GolfBuddy for instructions on how to update the unit with the latest firmware, also available in the firm's website. Recall contact: call 888-251-6058, or go to www.golfbuddyglobal.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Recalled units do not have a yellow round sticker on the front and on the packaging.
Which products are included?
This recall involves GolfBuddy BB5 golf GPS LED bands. The band is a wearable GPS unit that operates as a pedometer, distance monitor and watch and comes preloaded with golf course information. It is made of plastic with a stainless steel casing, has a LED display screen and a two-pronged connector at the end for closure. The display screen is flush with the top side of the band and has four buttons on the perimeter of the band. The wristband is about one inch wide and comes in black with interchangeable wristbands in large and small sizes and in the colors lime, navy and orange. GolfBuddy is molded on the outer part of the band. The model BB5 is on the back of the recalled unit below the charging port. Recalled units do not have a yellow round sticker on the front and on the packaging.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The band charging ports can produce an electrical charge to exposed skin, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received two reports of consumers being burned.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled golf wristbands and contact GolfBuddy for instructions on how to update the unit with the latest firmware, also available in the firm's website.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Deca International Corp., dba GolfBuddy
- Recall number
- 16-138
- Units
- About 3,000
- Manufactured in
- South Korea
- Sold at / sales period
- PGA Tour Superstore, The Golfer's Warehouse, Worldwide Golf Shops and other authorized golf dealers nationwide and online at www.amazon.com and www.golfbuddyglobal.com from April 2015 through January 2016 for about $250.
- Importer
- Deca International Corp., dba GolfBuddy, of La Palma, Calif.
- Distributor
- Deca International Corp., dba GolfBuddy, of La Palma, Calif.
GolfBuddy golf GPS bands
CPSC product type: Global Positioning System (GPS)
Recall contact information
GolfBuddy toll-free at 888-251-6058 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.golfbuddyglobal.com and click on Recall Information link at the bottom of the homepage for more information.
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