CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

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.

In Conjunction with
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2012/14949r-eng.php
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • August 30, 2012

Avalanche Airbags Recalled by Snowpulse Due to Risk of Injury1

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.

Required Consumer Action

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

Contact Information

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

Sold At
Specialty outdoor and motorsports stores nationwide from September 2008 through April 2012 for between $900 and $1,200.
Injuries
None reported.
Manufacturer
Snowpulse SA, of Martigny, Switzerland
Remedy
Replace
Recall Number
12268

Product Information

Product Name
Snowpulse Avalanche Airbags
Product Type
Mountain Climbing
Number of Units
About 1,200 in the United States and 2,600 in Canada
Manufacturer Name
Snowpulse SA, of Martigny, Switzerland
Imported By
Mammut Sports Group Inc., of Shelburne, Vt.
Distributed By
Mountain Sports Distribution, of Golden, British Columbia, Canada
Manufactured In
Switzerland

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Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Full Contact Information

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