Avalanche airbags
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 6,400 in the United States and 1,800 in Canada)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Unknown Manufacturer
- Reason for Recall:
- The trigger assembly can fail resulting in the airbag not deploying, posing a risk of death and injury in the event of an avalanche.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- The trigger assembly can fail resulting in the airbag not deploying, posing a risk of death and injury in the event of an avalanche.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled airbags and contact BCA for a free replacement trigger assembly.
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Product Information
Full 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.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 6,400 in the United States and 1,800 in Canada)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 14030
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