Backcountry Access recalls Float 18, 22, 30, 32, 36 and Throttle avalanche airbags due to potential failure in avalanches. Consumers must stop using and return for free replacement trigger assemblies.
The trigger assembly can fail resulting in the airbag not deploying, posing a risk of death and injury in the event of an avalanche.
Backcountry Access is recalling avalanche airbags with model numbers Float 18, 22, 30, 32, 36 and Throttle because the trigger assembly might fail during an avalanche, risking death or injury. This affects users who rely on these airbags for skiing, snowmobiling, or mountain climbing.
The trigger assembly can fail during an avalanche, causing the airbag to not deploy. This means the user could be buried alive if the airbag fails to keep them above the snow surface.
Users of avalanche airbags for skiing, snowmobiling, or mountain climbing are affected. Those who own the recalled models (Float 18, 22, 30, 32, 36, Throttle) are most at risk.
Check for yellow airbags housed in blue, red, or black packs with model names printed on them. Look for 'Float' and 'bca' logo in black lettering on the airbag. Lot letters A through E are included in the recall and found on the trigger handle.
Immediately stop using the recalled avalanche airbags as they pose a risk of death or injury during an avalanche.
Reach out to Backcountry Access for a free replacement trigger assembly to fix the issue.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled airbags and contact BCA for a free replacement trigger assembly.
Float 18, 22, 30, 32, 36 and Throttle avalanche airbags.
The airbags are yellow, housed in blue, red, or black packs with model names printed on them. Look for 'Float' and 'bca' logo in black lettering on the airbag. Lot letters A through E are included in the recall and found on the trigger handle.
Immediately stop using it and contact Backcountry Access for a free replacement trigger assembly.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Backcountry Access to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1554 — Backcountry Access Avalanche airbags Hello, I own a Avalanche airbags that is covered by recall 1554 from Backcountry Access. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled airbags and contact BCA for a free replacement trigger assembly. 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.
