CPSC recall 15732
Avalanche rescue snow shovels
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2015-05-12
On 2015-05-12 the CPSC announced a recall of Avalanche rescue snow shovels by Cascade Designs Of Seattle Wash Also Known As Mountain Safety Research Msr, citing the lower lock button on the avalanche snow shovel's shaft can fail to secure the blade, causing the shovel's shaft and blade to come apart and render the shovel unable to be used….
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 15732 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2015-05-12 |
| Published | 2015-05-12 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Cascade Designs Of Seattle Wash Also Known As Mountain Safety Research Msr |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Avalanche rescue snow shovels | This recall involves Mountain Safety Research Operator™ T, Operator™ D, and Responder™ avalanche rescue snow shovels. Lock buttons on the lower shaft connect the metal shovel blade to the metal shaft. Recalled shovels have a slit on either side of the lower lock button. The shovels measure about 32 to 34 inches long. The blades are red or yellow in color and the handles are gray. "Mountain Safety Research" is printed on the shaft of the handle. "MSR" is printed on the front of the shovel blade.
Reason
The lower lock button on the avalanche snow shovel's shaft can fail to secure the blade, causing the shovel's shaft and blade to come apart and render the shovel unable to be used as intended to rescue avalanche victims.
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/2015/Avalanche-Rescue-Snow-Shovels-Recalled-by-Mountain-Safety-Research
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