# Spot Recalls Satellite Communicator Due To Loss of Emergency Communications Capability
> **CPSC recall** · 2011-04-19 · 11735 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 11735
- **Date:** 2011-04-19
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Spot Satellite Communicator

## Hazards

The internal voltage regulator can stop working, resulting in the inability to transmit messages and tracking information in emergency situations.

## Remedies

Replace

## Manufacturer(s)

Spot LLC, of Covington, La.

## Retailer(s)

Cabela's, Bass Pro Shops, REI, L.L. Bean and other retailers nationwide from July 2010 through March 2011 for $549.

## Country of manufacture

China

## Description

The satellite communicator tracks the user's location and sends the user's GPS coordinates and a distress message in the case of an emergency. The device is black with the SPOT logo and the word DeLorme on the front. It measures 3 inches x 2.6 inches and is bundled with the DeLorme Earthmate PN-60w GPS. The GPS is not subject to this recall. Affected products have Electronic Serial Numbers (ESN) from 0-2000000 to 0-2019999. The ESN is located on a label under the battery.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Spot-Recalls-Satellite-Communicator-Due-To-Loss-of-Emergency-Communications-Capability)
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