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InjuryJuly 9, 2015CPSC #15181

JetForce Avalanche Airbag Packs Recalled by Black Diamond Due to Risk of Injury

Brand
Unknown
Product
Mountain Climbing
Units affected
1,000
Remedy
repair

What was recalled

This recall involves all first generation JetForce Black Diamond, Pieps and POC model airbag packs manufactured by Black Diamond between October 2, 2014 and March 3, 2015. The manufacture date code ranging from 14275 to 15077 can be found inside the front pocket label. The date codes are listed in a YYDDD format. Date codes on some products are truncated in a YDDD format (ex.4275). The JetForce Technology logo is on the left shoulder strap, and an instruction label is on the inside flap of the back panel. The following models and colors are included in this recall: Brand Model and Capacity Colors Black Diamond Pilot 11 Liters Halo 28 Liters Saga 40 Liters Black, Fire Red Pieps Tour Rider 24 Liters Tour Pro 24 Liters Black with yellow, Black with chili red POC Thorax 11 Liters Orange

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.

Injuries

None reported

Made in

United States

Where it was sold

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

Photos

Black Diamond Pilot 11 JetForceBlack Diamond Halo 28 JetForceBlack Diamond Saga 40 JetForcePIEPS JetForce Tour Rider 24
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