Weather Radios Recalled by Oregon Scientific Due to Failure to Receive National Weather Service Alerts
Oregon Scientific Weather Radios
Date of Recall
2007-08-29CPSC Release Number
07-292Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(800) 203-4921Units
About 66,000Manufacturer
Oregon Scientific Inc., of Tualatin, Ore.Sold By
Retail stores nationwide, including some electronics and sporting goods stores, online retailers and in catalogs from December 2005 through June 2007 for between $30 and $150.Problem/Hazard
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.Injuries/Incidents
None reported.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 |
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.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Oregon Scientific at (800) 203-4921 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www2.oregonscientific.comRecall Comments
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