Black Diamond, Pieps and POC Brand JetForce Avalanche Airbag Packs

CPSC Recall #15-181 — July 9, 2015

Recall #15-181 Date: July 9, 2015 Remedy: Repair

Product

Black Diamond, Pieps and POC Brand JetForce Avalanche Airbag Packs

Description

The motor on the Black Diamond, Pieps and POC brand airbag packs can malfunction and prevent the airbag from deploying in the event of an avalanche.

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.

Incidents / Injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled airbag packs and contact Black Diamond for instructions on returning the product for a free repair.

Units Affected

About 1,000 units (in addition, 200 were sold in Canada)

Sold At

Specialty outdoor retail stores nationwide and online at www.blackdiamondequipment.com from December 2014 to June 2015 for between $1,250 and $1,300.

Importer

Black Diamond Inc., of Salt Lake City, Utah and POC Sports, of Salt Lake City, Utah

Manufactured In

USA