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Black Diamond and POC Sports, both of Salt Lake City, Utah, are recalling about 1,200 Black Diamond, Pieps and POC Brand JetForce Avalanche Airbag Packs in the U.S. and Canada.
The motor can malfunction and prevent the airbag from deploying, increasing the risk of injury or death in the event of a snow avalanche.
No incidents or injuries have been reported,
This recall involves all first generation JetForce Black Diamond, Pieps and POC model airbag packs manufactured by Black Diamond between October 2, 2014 and March 3, 2015.
The manufacture date code ranging from 14275 to 15077 can be found inside the front pocket label. The date codes are listed in a YYDDD format. Date codes on some products are truncated in a YDDD format (ex.4275). The JetForce Technology logo is on the left shoulder strap, and an instruction label is on the inside flap of the back panel.
The following models and colors are included in this recall:
| Brand | Model and Capacity | Colors |
| Black Diamond | Pilot 11 Liters Halo 28 Liters Saga 40 Liters | Black, Fire Red |
| Pieps | Tour Rider 24 Liters Tour Pro 24 Liters | Black with yellow, Black with chili red |
| POC | Thorax 11 Liters | Orange |
The Avalanche Airbag Packs, manufactured in the U.S., were sold at specialty outdoor retail stores nationwide and online at www.blackdiamondequipment.com from December 2014 to June 2015 for between $1,250 and $1,300.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled airbag packs and contact Black Diamond for instructions on returning the product for a free repair.
Consumers may contact Black Diamond Inc. at (800) 775-5552 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (MT) Monday through Friday, or by email at service@jetforcerecall.com.