Avalanche Airbags Recalled by Backcountry Access Due to Risk of Injury
Source: CPSC Recall #14030
Recall Date
2013-11-26
Manufacturer
Backcountry Access, Inc., of Boulder, Colo.
Units Affected
About 6,400 in the United States and 1,800 in Canada
Products Involved
Avalanche airbags
Hazard
The trigger assembly can fail resulting in the airbag not deploying, posing a risk of death and injury in the event of an avalanche.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled airbags and contact BCA for a free replacement trigger assembly.
Reported Injuries
None
Sold At
Specialty outdoor stores worldwide and online at www.backcountryaccess.com from August 2011 through October 2013 for between $499 and $750.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
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.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28