CPSC recall 15-181, announced July 9, 2015, covers Black Diamond, Pieps and POC Brand JetForce Avalanche Airbag Packs (about 1,000 units). The motor can malfunction and prevent the airbag from deploying, increasing the risk of injury or death in the event of a snow avalanche. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled airbag packs and contact Black Diamond for instructions on returning the product for a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 775-5552, go to www.blackdiamondequipment.com, or email service@jetforcerecall.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The manufacture date code ranging from 14275 to 15077 can be found inside the front pocket label.
Which products are included?
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
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
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 and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled airbag packs and contact Black Diamond for instructions on returning the product for a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Black Diamond
- Recall number
- 15-181
- Units
- About 1,000 units (in addition, 200 were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty outdoor retail stores nationwide and online at www.blackdiamondequipment.com from December 2014 to June 2015 for between $1,250 and $1,300.
- Distributor
- Black Diamond Inc., of Salt Lake City, Utah, POC Sports, of Salt Lake City, Utah
Black Diamond, Pieps and POC Brand JetForce Avalanche Airbag Packs
CPSC product type: Mountain Climbing
Recall contact information
Black Diamond Inc. at (800) 775-5552 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or online at www.blackdiamondequipment.com, www.pocsports.com or www.pieps.com and select Customer Service at the top of the page, then click on Product Recalls in the drop down menu. Consumers can also go to www.jetforcerecall.com to submit your repair claim. The firm can be reached by email at service@jetforcerecall.com.
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