Black Diamond recalls first-gen JetForce Avalanche Airbag Packs (2014-2015) due to motor malfunction that may prevent airbag deployment during snow avalanches, risking injury or death.
The motor can malfunction and prevent the airbag from deploying, increasing the risk of injury or death in the event of a snow avalanche.
Black Diamond is recalling first-generation JetForce Avalanche Airbag Packs made between October 2014 and March 2015 because the airbag motor can malfunction and fail to deploy during a snow avalanche, increasing injury or death risk. Affected users should stop using the packs immediately and return them for free repair.
The airbag motor can malfunction and prevent the airbag from deploying when needed during a snow avalanche. This failure could cause the user to be trapped in the avalanche without protection, increasing the risk of serious injury or death.
Users of first-generation JetForce Avalanche Airbag Packs (Black Diamond, Pieps, and POC brands) made between October 2014 and March 2015 are affected. Backcountry snow travelers using these packs are most at risk during avalanches.
Check for a date code on the front pocket label ranging from 14275 to 15077 (YYDDD format) or truncated YDDD (e.g., 4275). The JetForce Technology logo is on the left shoulder strap, and the product name is listed on the inside flap of the back panel.
Immediately stop using the recalled airbag packs as they can malfunction and fail to deploy during a snow avalanche.
Contact Black Diamond for instructions on returning the product for a free repair.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled airbag packs and contact Black Diamond for instructions on returning the product for a free repair.
All first-generation JetForce Black Diamond, Pieps, and POC Avalanche Airbag Packs manufactured between October 2, 2014 and March 3, 2015.
Check for a date code on the front pocket label ranging from 14275 to 15077 (YYDDD format) or truncated YDDD (e.g., 4275). The JetForce Technology logo is on the left shoulder strap.
Immediately stop using it and contact Black Diamond for instructions on returning the product for a free repair.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Black Diamond to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 6439 — Black Diamond Black Diamond, Pieps and POC Brand JetForce Avalanche Airbag Packs Hello, I own a Black Diamond, Pieps and POC Brand JetForce Avalanche Airbag Packs that is covered by recall 6439 from Black Diamond. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled airbag packs and contact Black Diamond for instructions on returning the product for a free repair. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
