Avalanche Airbags (Backcountry Access) – injury risk (2013)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Avalanche airbags
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
A manufacturer is recalling Avalanche airbags. The hazard is: The trigger assembly can fail resulting in the airbag not deploying, posing a risk of death and inju. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
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.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The trigger assembly can fail resulting in the airbag not deploying, posing a risk of death and injury in the event of an avalanche.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled airbags and contact BCA for a free replacement trigger assembly.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026