Avalanche Airbags Recalled by Backcountry Access Due to Risk of Injury
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2013-11-26 · 14030
Hazards
The trigger assembly can fail resulting in the airbag not deploying, posing a risk of death and injury in the event of an avalanche.
Recall
Number
14030
Date
2013-11-26
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Avalanche airbags
Remedies
Options
Repair
Companies
Retailer(s)
Specialty outdoor stores worldwide and online at www.backcountryaccess.com from August 2011 through October 2013 for between $499 and $750.
Distributor(s)
Backcountry Access, Inc., of Boulder, Colo.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves BCA Avalanche airbags, models Float 18, 22, 30, 32, 36 and Throttle. The airbags are used for skiing, snowmobiling and mountain climbing to help keep the user above the surface if an avalanche occurs. The airbags are yellow and are housed in a blue, red or black pack. The packs have the model name printed on them. "Float" and the "bca" logo are printed in black lettering on the airbag. Lot letters A through E are included in the recall. The lot letter can be found on the trigger handle.