Name of product:
Provata activity trackers
Hazard:
The activity tracker wristbands can overheat while the user is wearing it or when charging, posing a burn hazard.
Recall date:
September 25, 2018
Recall Details
Description:
This recall involves the Provata activity fitness tracker. The wristbands were given to consumers as a promotional giveaway and feature a digital display, a charging terminal, a heart rate and step detector with Bluetooth technology. They were distributed in three colors: black, blue or mint green. The packaging displays the word “Provata” and “Activity Tracker [color]” printed on the front cover.
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop wearing or charging the recalled wristbands and contact Provata Health for instructions on how to receive a free replacement wristband.
Incidents/Injuries:
The firm has received 13 reports of the activity tracker overheating during use or while charging, including three reports of burns to the wrist.
Sold At:
Distributed as a free promotional item from August 2017 through July 2018 in mailings nationwide and in-person during employer wellness events in Oregon, North Carolina and Arizona.
Manufacturer(s):
Million Concept Electronic (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd., of China
Importer(s):
Provata Health, Inc. of Portland, Ore., a subsidiary of The StayWell Company, LLC, of Yardley, Penn.
Distributor(s):
Provata Health, Inc. of Portland, Ore., a subsidiary of The StayWell Company, LLC, of Yardley, Penn.