Ice Tools
CPSC Recall #16-773 — September 27, 2016
Product
Ice Tools
Description
This recall involves Trango Raptor ice tools used for mountain climbing. The ice tools have a blue and black shaft, measure approximately 19 inches tall and weigh about 1.4 lbs. They have an ice pick at the end of a curved shaft and rubber handle. The words “raptor” and “TRANGO” are written in white letters on the handle of the shaft.
Hazard
The head of the ice tool can detach from the shaft, posing a fall hazard to climbers.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received two reports of the head of the ice tool detaching from the shaft. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ice tools and contact GTHI for a full refund or replacement. Owners of the recalled tools have been contacted directly.
Units Affected
About 220
Sold At
Authorized GTHI dealers and outdoor specialty stores nationwide and online at www.trango.com from October 2015 through February 2016 for about $175.
Importer
Great Trango Holdings, Inc. (GTHI), of Louisville, Colo.
Manufactured In
Korea