Black Diamond Recalls Climbing Ascenders Due to Fall Hazard
This recall was issued May 19, 2016.
- Posted
- May 19, 2016
- Recall Number
- 16164
- Quantity
- About 2,800 (in addition, 300 were sold in Canada)
- Official Source
- View on CPSC website ↗
Reason for Recall
The Index Ascenders' rivet holding the toothed cam can release, allowing the Ascender to slide on the rope or become detached from the rope, posing a risk of injury or death to climbers from a fall.
Action Taken
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ascenders and contact Black Diamond for instructions on inspecting and returning the product for a free replacement. Instructions for inspection are also available at https://warranty.bdel.com/IndexRecall/Landing. Only those ascenders having an unformed rivet need to be returned for replacement.
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