Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon
Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon was recalled on 25 July 2014 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1128/14. - risk reported by France. A fault in the microprocessor may effectively shut the beacon down.
| Alert Number | A12/1128/14 |
| Brand | GME |
| Category | Other - - |
| Risk Type | - |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | Australia |
| Model Number | MT400/401/403 |
| Published | 25 July 2014 |
Risk Description
A fault in the microprocessor may effectively shut the beacon down. As a consequence the beacon may not work in an emergency situation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 04/07/2014
Product Description
Emergency position indicating radio beacon for marine use used to alert the coastguard and rescue authorities in case of an emergency.
🏥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a - hazard related to Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon.
About this risk
This product poses a health risk that does not fall neatly into a single category. It may involve multiple hazards or an unusual safety concern identified by authorities.
Recommended action
Stop using the product and follow any specific instructions from the recall notice. Contact the manufacturer or your national consumer protection authority for more details.
Who is at risk?
All consumers who have purchased this product.