Mammut Sports Group Recalls Alugator Ride 3.0 Hoe and Alugator Ride SE Avalanche Shovels Due to Risk of Injury or Death
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2023-04-06 · 23174
Hazards
The spring locking mechanism on the recalled avalanche shovels can fail in an emergency excavation of a person buried by an avalanche, posing a risk of injury or death for the buried person.
Recall
Number
23174
Date
2023-04-06
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Alugator Ride 3.0 Hoe and Alugator Ride SE avalanche shovels
Remedies
Options
Repair; Replace
Companies
Retailer(s)
Outdoor and ski supply stores nationwide and online at https://www.mammut.com/us/en from December 2022 through February 2023 for between $90 and $480.
Importer(s)
Mammut Sports Group Inc., of Williston, Vermont
Distributor(s)
Mammut Sports Group Inc., of Williston, Vermont
Country of manufacture
Taiwan
Description
This recall involves Alugator Ride 3.0 Hoe and Alugator Ride SE shovels. The recalled shovels are used for digging out avalanche victims. The recalled shovels are made of aluminum, were sold in silver or black finishes and have orange handles. The recalled Alugator Ride 3.0 Hoe avalanche shovels were sold individually with production lot number 1121. The Alugator Ride SE avalanche shovels were sold as part of the Barryvox Package, and Barryvox Package Tour with production lot numbers 1221 and 0322. The product name and production lot number are printed on shovel shaft near the handle.