Alugator Ride 3.0 Hoe and Alugator Ride SE avalanche shovels Recall

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 19, 2026

📌 Recall Notice

Product: Alugator Ride 3.0 Hoe and Alugator Ride SE avalanche shovels

Brand: Alugator

Hazards: Safety Risk

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

Official US CPSC Recall Notice
Recall #9586 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product Alugator Ride 3.0 Hoe and Alugator Ride SE avalanche shovels
Brand Alugator
Category Consumer Goods
Recall Number 9586
Hazard Safety Risk
Units Affected Not specified
Recall Date April 06, 2023
Remedy Contact manufacturer
Country 🇺🇸 United States

Recall Information Record
Database: Consumer Safety Database
Record Type: Factual Recall Notice
Source: CPSC Recall Notice

23174

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1. Recall Summary

On April 6, 2023, Mammut Sports Group Inc., of Williston, Vermont, initiated a voluntary recall of approximately 5,580 Alugator Ride 3.0 Hoe and Alugator Ride SE avalanche shovels in the United States. An additional 1,964 units were sold in Canada. The recall was issued due to a defect in the spring locking mechanism of the shovels. The recalled products were manufactured in Taiwan. As of the date of the recall notice, no injuries had been reported.

2. Affected Products

The recall involves two specific models of avalanche shovels: the Alugator Ride 3.0 Hoe and the Alugator Ride SE. Both models are made of aluminum and were sold in silver or black finishes with orange handles. The product name and production lot number are printed on the shovel shaft near the handle.

– Alugator Ride 3.0 Hoe: Sold individually. The affected units have production lot number 1121.
– Alugator Ride SE: Sold as part of the Barryvox Package and the Barryvox Package Tour. The affected units have production lot numbers 1221 and 0322.

The recalled shovels were sold at outdoor and ski supply stores nationwide and online at www.mammut.com/us/en from December 2022 through February 2023. The retail price ranged from $90 to $480.

3. Hazard Information

The spring locking mechanism on the recalled avalanche shovels can fail during an emergency excavation of a person buried by an avalanche. This failure poses a risk of injury or death for the buried person. The recall notice explicitly states that the hazard is related to the locking mechanism’s potential failure in an emergency situation. No other hazards were identified in the source data.

4. Consumer Action Required

Consumers are instructed to immediately stop using the recalled avalanche shovels. They must then follow the inspection instructions provided at the following URL: https://mammut.prezly.com/recall-notice-for-a-call-for-inspection-shovel-locking-mechanism. The inspection is specifically to check the connection between the shaft and the shovel head to ensure it properly locks into position.

5. Official Remedy

If, after inspection, the connection between the shaft and the shovel head does not lock into position, consumers should contact Mammut Sports Group. The company will provide a prepaid return shipping label. Upon receipt of the returned shovel, Mammut will offer either a free repair or a free replacement shovel. The remedy options listed in the recall notice are Repair and Replace.

6. Contact Information

Consumers with questions or who need to initiate the remedy process can contact Mammut Sports Group using the following methods:

– Phone: 800-451-5127, available from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.
– Email: warranty.usa@mammut.com
– Website: https://mammut.prezly.com/recall-notice-for-a-call-for-inspection-shovel-locking-mechanism

Additional Information:
– Importer/Distributor: Mammut Sports Group Inc., Williston, Vermont.
– Manufacturer Country: Taiwan.
– Recall Number: 23174.
– Recall Date: April 6, 2023.
– Number of Units: Approximately 5,580 in the U.S.; approximately 1,964 in Canada.
– Injuries Reported: None.

Recall Timeline

  • **April 06, 2023** – 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 Alugator Ride 3.0 Hoe and Alugator Ride SE avalanche shovels?

A: Check the model and serial number on your product against the official recall notice (#9586).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Alugator Ride 3.0 Hoe and Alugator Ride SE avalanche shovels?

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 Alugator Ride 3.0 Hoe and Alugator Ride SE avalanche shovels?

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

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