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CPSCRecalled Aug 30, 2012 · #12268

Avalanche Airbags Recalled by Snowpulse Due to Risk of Injury1

Hazard

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.

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Description

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.

Product details

Product
Snowpulse Avalanche Airbags
Type
Mountain Climbing
Manufacturer
Snowpulse SA, of Martigny, Switzerland
Model numbers
2008, 2010
UPCs
Sold at
Specialty outdoor and motorsports stores nationwide from September 2008 through April 2012 for between $900 and $1,200.
Made in
Switzerland

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled airbags and contact Snowpulse for a replacement cartridge.

View the official CPSC notice