Vision card - BlueChart g2 SD card
Vision card - BlueChart g2 SD card was recalled on 3 July 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0887/09. Injuries risk reported by United Kingdom. The product poses a risk of injuries since in certain waters, there are inaccuracies and/or omissions in the way that the BlueChart g2 and BlueChart g2 Vision v2009 cards present depth contours and depth areas which could result in the depiction of water depth as deeper than the actual depth under certain display conditions.
| Alert Number | 0887/09 |
| Brand | Garmin |
| Category | Gadgets |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Model Number | BlueChart g and BlueChart g2 Vision cards |
| Published | 3 July 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries since in certain waters, there are inaccuracies and/or omissions in the way that the BlueChart g2 and BlueChart g2 Vision v2009 cards present depth contours and depth areas which could result in the depiction of water depth as deeper than the actual depth under certain display conditions. As such, there is a possibility of boats going aground leading to possible accidents.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary recall from consumers by the distributor.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Affected products are all 2009 versions of BlueChart g2 in Garmin card format, BlueChart g2 in micro SD/SD card format and BlueChart g2 Vision in micro SD/SD card format, purchased between 8 April 2009 and 3 June 2009. The hardware or firmware of the Garmin unit is not affected. Affected cards can be identified in one of the following ways: 1. The exterior packaging is a cardboard envelope. 2. BlueChart g2 Vision cards will have one of the part numbers mentioned in the attached list and have a MAR 09 release date on it. 3. BlueChart g2 cards will have one of the part numbers mentioned in the attached list and have a description that begins with the letter H or HX (example: HXUS039R).
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Vision card - BlueChart g2 SD card.
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.