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CPSC recall 12268

Snowpulse Avalanche Airbags

On 2016-04-12 the CPSC announced a recall of Snowpulse Avalanche Airbags by Snowpulse, citing A leak in the airbag's cartridge can result in the airbag not deploying, posing a risk of death and injury in the event of an avalanche.

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AgencyCPSC
Recall number12268
ClassificationNot classified
Statusunknown
Initiated2012-08-30
Published2016-04-12
Last updated2026-09-13 11:58 UTC
CompanySnowpulse
DistributionUS

Product

Snowpulse Avalanche Airbags | This recall involves Snowpulse Avalanche airbags with inflation-system 1.0 air cartridges. The airbags are used for skiing, snowmobiling and mountain climbing to help keep the user above the surface if an avalanche occurs. Model year 2008 to 2010 airbag cartridges are included in this recall. The packs are between 15 and 45 liters and have the "Snowpulse" logo printed on them. The metal cartridge is inside the pack and unscrews from the airbag. Cartridges using inflation system 1.0 gauges can be identified by the pin inside the threaded fitting on the side of the cartridge. If this gauge does not have an "A" or a "B" on the dial then it is included in the recall.

Reason

A leak in the airbag's cartridge can result in the airbag not deploying, posing a risk of death and injury in the event of an avalanche.

Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.

Source

Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Avalanche-Airbags-Recalled-by-Snowpulse-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury1

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