Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported January 5, 2011
Avalung Backpacks Recalled by Black Diamond Equipment Due to Suffocation Hazard
The air intake tubing can crack under cold temperatures, causing the unit not to function as intended, posing a suffocation hazard.
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Black Diamond Equipment, Ltd. of Salt Lake City, Utah recalled This recall involves the following Black Diamond 2010 Avalung backpacks (see chart below)… - a moderate-severity action.
Avalung Backpacks Recalled by Black Diamond Equipment Due to Suffocation Hazard was recalled by Black Diamond Equipment, Ltd. of Salt Lake City, Utah in January 5, 2011. Reason: The air intake tubing can crack under cold temperatures, causing the unit not to function as intended, posing…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled backpacks and contact Black Diamon…. Verify recall #11084 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Black Diamond Equipment, Ltd. of Salt Lake City, Utah issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The air intake tubing can crack under cold temperatures, causing the unit not to function as intended, posing….
- Moderate
- severity level
- January 5, 2011
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11084 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #11084) was formally reported on January 5, 2011. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Black Diamond Equipment, Ltd. of Salt Lake City, Utah is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 3,500 units.
The documented reason for this recall is: The air intake tubing can crack under cold temperatures, causing the unit not to function as intended, posing a suffocation hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled backpacks and contact Black Diamond Equipment to receive a free replacement product or a full refund. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Affected scope
About 3,500 units
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves the following Black Diamond 2010 Avalung backpacks (see chart below). These backpacks have an air intake system that the company states extracts air from the snow, allowing the victim of an avalanche to breathe while buried under the snow. The model name and color are printed on the side of the backpack. The PO number is printed on a white label inside the backpack. Backpack Model Color Size PO Number Anarchist Black M/L 101153, 101254 S/M 101104 Bandit Black One Size 101052, 100981 Green Olive One Size 100957 Seth Plaid Red One Size 101030 Seth Plaid Orange One Size 101254 Outlaw Black M/L 101104, 101271, 101254 Green Olive S/M 100981, 101052 Agent Black M/L 101104, 101153 Ocean Print S/M 101104 Covert Black M/L 101104, 101254, 101330, 101287 S/M 101030 Revelation Black M/L 101254, 101104, 101287 Chili M/L 101213, 101254, 101030, 101052 S/M 101104 Bandit Avalung Package Black One Size 101322, 101330, 101052
Reason for recall
The air intake tubing can crack under cold temperatures, causing the unit not to function as intended, posing a suffocation hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled backpacks and contact Black Diamond Equipment to receive a free replacement product or a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 11084 |
| Date reported | January 5, 2011 |
| Date initiated | January 5, 2011 |
| Recalling firm | Black Diamond Equipment, Ltd. of Salt Lake City, Utah |
| Affected scope | About 3,500 units |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled backpacks and contact Black Diamond Equipment to receive a free replacemen…
- Check the recall number (11084) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves the following Black Diamond 2010 Avalung backpacks (see chart below). These backpacks have an air intake system that the company states extracts air from the snow, allowing the victim of an avalanche to breathe while buried under the snow. The model name and color are printed on the side of the backpack. The PO number is printed on a white label inside the backpack. Backpack Model Color Size PO Number Anarchist Black M/L 101153, 101254 S/M 101104 Bandit Black One Size 101052, 100981 Green Olive One Size 100957 Seth Plaid Red One Size 101030 Seth Plaid Orange One Size 101254 Outlaw Black M/L 101104, 101271, 101254 Green Olive S/M 100981, 101052 Agent Black M/L 101104, 101153 Ocean Print S/M 101104 Covert Black M/L 101104, 101254, 101330, 101287 S/M 101030 Revelation Black M/L 101254, 101104, 101287 Chili M/L 101213, 101254, 101030, 101052 S/M 101104 Bandit Avalung Package Black One Size 101322, 101330, 101052. Recalled by Black Diamond Equipment, Ltd. of Salt Lake City, Utah. Units affected: About 3,500 units.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The air intake tubing can crack under cold temperatures, causing the unit not to function as intended, posing a suffocation hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled backpacks and contact Black Diamond Equipment to receive a free replacement product or a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 5, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11084.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (11084) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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