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Product recall · CPSCAugust 30, 2012Serious
Avalanche Airbags
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
A leak in the airbag's cartridge can result in the airbag not deploying, posing a risk of death and injury in the event of an avalanche.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — The agency describes a risk of serious injury or death.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled airbags and contact Snowpulse for a replacement cartridge.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Snowpulse at (800) 451-5127 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.snowpulse.com
The product
This recall involves Snowpulse Avalanche airbags with inflation-system 1.0 air cartridges. The airbags are used for skiing, snowmobiling and mountain climbing to help keep the user above the surface if an avalanche occurs. Model year 2008 to 2010 airbag cartridges are included in this recall. The packs are between 15 and 45 liters and have the "Snowpulse" logo printed on them. The metal cartridge is inside the pack and unscrews from the airbag. Cartridges using inflation system 1.0 gauges can be identified by the pin inside the threaded fitting on the side of the cartridge. If this gauge does not have an "A" or a "B" on the dial then it is included in the recall.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1,200 in the United States and 2,600 in Canada
- Recall date
- August 30, 2012
- Brand
- Snowpulse SA, of Martigny, Switzerland, Mammut Sports Group Inc., of Shelburne, Vt.
- Made or distributed by
- Mountain Sports Distribution, of Golden, British Columbia, Canada
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Specialty outdoor and motorsports stores nationwide from September 2008 through April 2012 for between $900 and $1,200.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Avalanche Airbags Recalled by Snowpulse Due to Risk of Injury1”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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