[Recalled] Avalanche airbags — This recall involves BCA Avalanche airbags, models Float 18, 22, 30, 32, 36 and… | CPSC 2013-11-26
Authorities recorded a safety problem with this product. The details below come directly from the government recall notice.
Recall details
| Product | Avalanche airbags |
|---|---|
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 14030 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 26 November 2013 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: 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. 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.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Review the official notice to confirm whether your unit is affected.
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