JetForce Avalanche Airbag Packs Recalled by Black Diamond Due to Risk of Injury
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2015-07-09). Hazards: injury. About 1,000 units in the US and 200 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 15181 |
| Published | 2015-07-09 |
| Last updated | 2015-07-15 |
| Product category | Mountain Climbing |
| Products | Black Diamond, Pieps and POC Brand JetForce Avalanche Airbag Packs |
| Firm named in the title | Black Diamond |
| Firms | Black Diamond Inc., of Salt Lake City, Utah (distributor); POC Sports, of Salt Lake City, Utah (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 1,000 |
| Units (Canada) | 200 |
| Hazard classes | injury |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Specialty outdoor retail stores nationwide and online at www.blackdiamondequipment.com from December 2014 to June 2015 for between $1,250 and $1,300. |
Description
This recall involves all first generation JetForce Black Diamond, Pieps and POC model airbag packs manufactured by Black Diamond between October 2, 2014 and March 3, 2015. The manufacture date code ranging from 14275 to 15077 can be found inside the front pocket label. The date codes are listed in a YYDDD format. Date codes on some products are truncated in a YDDD format (ex.4275). The JetForce Technology logo is on the left shoulder strap, and an instruction label is on the inside flap of the back panel. The following models and colors are included in this recall: Brand Model and Capacity Colors Black Diamond Pilot 11 Liters Halo 28 Liters Saga 40 Liters Black, Fire Red Pieps Tour Rider 24 Liters Tour Pro 24 Liters Black with yellow, Black with chili red POC Thorax 11 Liters Orange
Hazard
The motor can malfunction and prevent the airbag from deploying, increasing the risk of injury or death in the event of a snow avalanche.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled airbag packs and contact Black Diamond for instructions on returning the product for a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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