Alugator Ride 3.0 Hoe and Alugator Ride SE avalanche shovels
Published April 6, 2023
Summary
CPSC records recall 23174, published April 6, 2023. Reported units: About 5,580 (In addition, about 1,964 were sold in Canada).
What's the hazard
The spring locking mechanism on the recalled avalanche shovels can fail in an emergency excavation of a person buried by an avalanche, posing a risk of injury or death for the buried person.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled avalanche shovels and follow the instructions at https://mammut.prezly.com/recall-notice-for-a-call-for-inspection-shovel-locking-mechanism to inspect the connection between the shaft and the shovel head to make sure it properly locks into position. If the connection does not lock into position, consumers should contact Mammut to obtain a prepaid return shipping label to return the shovel for a free repair or a free replacement shovel.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Mammut Sports Group Inc., of Williston, Vermont
- Distributor
- Mammut Sports Group Inc., of Williston, Vermont
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Alugator Ride 3.0 Hoe and Alugator Ride SE avalanche shovels recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 23174 on April 6, 2023. Reported hazard: The spring locking mechanism on the recalled avalanche shovels can fail in an emergency excavation of a person buried by an avalanche, posing a risk of injury or death for the buried person.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled avalanche shovels and follow the instructions at https://mammut.prezly.com/recall-notice-for-a-call-for-inspection-shovel-locking-mechanism to inspect the connection between the shaft and the shovel head to make sure it properly locks into position. If the connection does not lock into position, consumers should contact Mammut to obtain a prepaid return shipping label to return the shovel for a free repair or a free replacement shovel.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Mammut Sports Group Inc., of Williston, Vermont.