CRITICALRecall Data: December 26, 2024

PIEPS Pro IPS Avalanche Transceivers

Black Diamond Equipment Ltd., of Salt Lake City, Utah

Advertisement

Product Images

Recalled PIEPS PRO IPS Avalanche Transceiver - front

Recalled PIEPS PRO IPS Avalanche Transceiver - front

Recalled PIEPS PRO IPS Avalanche Transceiver - back

Recalled PIEPS PRO IPS Avalanche Transceiver - back

Transceiver's serial number location

Transceiver's serial number location

Why is it being recalled? (Hazard)

The battery compartment within the avalanche transceiver could not have enough contact force to supply power. In some cases, the transceiver will fail to power on or cease operating during use. It would make it impossible to locate a victim in an avalanche emergency situation, which could result in serious injury or death.

Advertisement

What should I do? (Remedy)

Consumers should immediately stop using the avalanche transceivers and contact Black Diamond for a full refund or free repair, including shipping. Consumers will not be asked for proof of purchase and will receive a pre-paid shipping label to return the recalled transceivers. Black Diamond is contacting all known purchasers.

Consumer Contact

Black Diamond toll-free at 866-306-0865 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, email at [email protected], or online at https://www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en_US/content/product-recalls/ or www.blackdiamondequipment.com and click on "Product Recalls" located at the top of the webpage or for more information.

Product Description

This recall involves all Black Diamond Equipment PIEPS Pro IPS Avalanche Transceivers. The transceivers are black plastic with an LCD screen below a yellow mark button. They measure about 5 inches long by 3 inches wide. PIEPS appears in yellow lettering and PRO IPS in white lettering on the front of the unit. The first four numbers in the transceivers' serial number range from 2326 through 2445 for recalled units and can be found on the label on the inside of the battery compartment door.

Where was it sold?

Alpenglow Sports, Cripple Creek Backcountry, EVO Gear, Liberty Mountain, Mountain Chalet, Mammoth Mountaineering and other specialty outdoor stores nationwide, and online at www.backcountry.com, www.polaris.com and www.blackdiamondequipment.com from February 2024 through November 2024 for between $530 and $620.

Latest Recall Updates

Quick Facts

Recall Number

25077

Impacted Units

About 770 (In addition, about 70 were sold in Canada)

Incidents/Injuries

Black Diamond has received one report of the battery compartment not operating correctly. No injuries have been reported.

Did you buy this?

Stop using the product immediately. Check the "Remedy" section for refund or repair instructions.

Advertisement