CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 15732
Avalanche rescue snow shovels
Published May 12, 2015 · Recall initiated: May 12, 2015
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shovels and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or to Mountain Safety Research for a free replacement shaft.
Recall details
- Brand
- Cascade Designs Inc., of Seattle, Wash., also known as Mountain Safety Research (MSR)
- Distributor
- Outdoor recreation stores, including Bass Pro Shops, REI and others, nationwide and online at Amazon.com and other websites from October 2014 through January 2015 for between $60 and $70.
- Country
- US
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