Avalanche Transceivers Recall

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 20, 2026

📌 Recall Notice

Product: Avalanche Transceivers

Brand: Avalanche

Hazards: Safety Risk

What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.

Official US CPSC Recall Notice
Recall #9363 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product Avalanche Transceivers
Brand Avalanche
Category Consumer Goods
Recall Number 9363
Hazard Safety Risk
Units Affected Not specified
Recall Date July 28, 2022
Remedy Contact manufacturer
Country 🇺🇸 United States

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database

Recall Summary
On July 28, 2022, Black Diamond Equipment Ltd., of Salt Lake City, Utah, initiated a recall of certain PIEPS and Black Diamond branded avalanche transceivers. The recall was conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall number is 22194. The recall involves approximately 76,300 units in the United States and an additional 21,300 units sold in Canada. The recalled transceivers were manufactured in Bosnia and Herzegovina. This recall includes the PIEPS Pro BT, Powder BT, DSP Sport, DSP Pro, DSP Pro Ice, Micro BT Button, Micro BT Sensor, and Micro BT Race avalanche transceivers, as well as the Black Diamond Recon BT and Guide BT avalanche transceivers. The PIEPS DSP Sport, DSP Pro, and DSP Pro Ice models were previously recalled on April 12, 2021.

Affected Products
The recalled products are avalanche transceivers (also referred to as beacons). All units are constructed of plastic and feature an LCD screen. The devices measure approximately 5 inches long by 3 inches wide. Colors vary by model. The PIEPS or Black Diamond logo is printed on the front of the unit. The model name is printed either on the front or the rear of the unit. The specific models included in this recall are:
– PIEPS Pro BT
– PIEPS Powder BT
– PIEPS DSP Sport
– PIEPS DSP Pro
– PIEPS DSP Pro Ice
– PIEPS Micro BT Button
– PIEPS Micro BT Sensor
– PIEPS Micro BT Race
– Black Diamond Recon BT
– Black Diamond Guide BT

The transceivers were sold at Liberty Mountain, Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), and other specialty outdoor stores nationwide and online at www.backcountry.com from January 2013 through April 2022. The retail price ranged between $300 and $450.

Hazard Information
The recalled transceivers may not switch from SEND mode into SEARCH mode. If this were to occur, the device would not be able to locate a skier in an avalanche, which could result in severe bodily harm or death if the skier is buried under snow. Black Diamond has received 26 reports of the search mode on the transceiver not working properly. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer Action Required
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled transceivers. Consumers must perform a safety check to verify if the device can switch into Search Mode by following the instructions provided on the official recall website. To verify whether a specific unit is included in this recall, consumers should go to www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en_US/content/beacon-notification/ and follow the instructions to confirm that the switch can transition from the SEND to SEARCH mode properly. If the device is not working properly, consumers should contact Black Diamond to receive a prepaid shipping label to return the recalled transceiver.

Official Remedy
If the device is found to be not working properly during the safety check, consumers are entitled to a free repair or a replacement device. To obtain the remedy, consumers must contact Black Diamond to receive a prepaid shipping label. The recalled transceiver must be returned to Black Diamond. The remedy options are repair or replacement.

Contact Information
Consumers may contact Black Diamond at 866-306-0865 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. MT Monday through Friday. Additional information is available online at www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en_US/content/beacon-notification or at www.blackdiamondequipment.com by clicking on “Product Recall” located at the bottom of the webpage. For Canadian consumers, additional information is available through the Government of Canada recall alert at the URL provided in the recall notice.

Recall Timeline

  • **July 28, 2022** – Recall announced by CPSC (Source)
  • **Current** – Consumers advised to stop using product
  • **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I identify the recalled Avalanche Transceivers?

A: Check the model and serial number on your product against the official recall notice (#9363).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Avalanche Transceivers?

A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product and follow the recall instructions.

Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled Avalanche Transceivers?

A: Contact the manufacturer using the information in the recall notice.

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Disclaimer: Information on this page is summarized from official recall notices.
Reclia is a recall information database and does not conduct product testing, safety certification,
or independent investigations.

Consumers should refer to the original recall notice
for complete details and official instructions.




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