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Avalanche Airbags Recalled by Snowpulse Due to Risk of Injury

Name of Product:
Snowpulse Avalanche Airbags
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.
Remedy:
Replace
Recall Date:
August 30, 2012
Units:
About 1,200 in the United States and 2,600 in Canada
Consumer 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

Recall Details

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.

Remedy:

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

Incidents/Injuries:

None reported.

Sold At:
Specialty outdoor and motorsports stores nationwide from September 2008 through April 2012 for between $900 and $1,200.
Distributor(s):
Mountain Sports Distribution, of Golden British Columbia, Canada
Manufactured In:
Switzerland
Recall number:
12-268

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