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CPSCRecalled May 22, 2009 · #09744

Samsung Recalls to Upgrade Certain Cell Phones; Could Fail to Reach Emergency 911 in a No-Service Area

Hazard

The recalled cell phones that are in a no-service area and display an "out of range, try again later" message could fail to connect to emergency 911.

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Description

This recall involves "Jitterbug" cell phones model numbers SPH-a110 and SPH-a120 with standard key pads and version BB14 software. No other Samsung wireless phones or software versions are included in this recall.

Product details

Product
Samsung "Jitterbug" Cell Phones
Type
Telephones, Cell Phones & Accessories
Manufacturer
Samsung Telecommunications America, of Richardson, Texas
Model numbers
BB14
UPCs
Sold at
Directly to consumers through targeted national advertisements and publications, electronics and drug stores nationwide, and on the Web at www.jitterbug.com from March 2008 through May 2009 for about $150.
Made in
South Korea

What you should do

Samsung and Jitterbug are directly contacting consumers to schedule a free software upgrade. Consumers should call Samsung if they have not already been contacted.

View the official CPSC notice