CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The trigger assembly can fail resulting in the airbag not deploying, posing a risk of death and injury in the event of an avalanche.

In Conjunction with
https://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2013/36935r-eng.php
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • November 26, 2013

Avalanche Airbags Recalled by Backcountry Access Due to Risk of Injury

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.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled airbags and contact BCA for a free replacement trigger assembly.

Contact Information

Backcountry Access (BCA) at (800) 670-8735 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or online at www.backcountryaccess.com and click on Safety Alert under Customer Service at bottom of the page for more information. Consumers can also send an e-mail to warranty@backcountryaccess.com.

Recall Details

Sold At
Specialty outdoor stores worldwide and online at www.backcountryaccess.com from August 2011 through October 2013 for between $499 and $750.
Injuries
None
Remedy
Repair
Recall Number
14030

Product Information

Product Name
Avalanche airbags
Product Type
Ice and Snow Sports
Number of Units
About 6,400 in the United States and 1,800 in Canada
Distributed By
Backcountry Access, Inc., of Boulder, Colo.
Manufactured In
China

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Contact Manufacturer

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

Phone (800) 670-8735
Website www.backcountryaccess.com
Full Contact Information

Backcountry Access (BCA) at (800) 670-8735 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or online at www.backcountryaccess.com and click on Safety Alert under Customer Service at bottom of the page for more information. Consumers can also send an e-mail to warranty@backcountryaccess.com.