Black Diamond Carabiners for Climbing
CPSC Recall #16-130 — March 30, 2016
Product
Black Diamond Carabiners for Climbing
Description
The carabiner can unexpectedly open and allow the rope to become detached, posing a risk of injury or death to climbers from a fall.
Hazard
The carabiner can unexpectedly open and allow the rope to become detached, posing a risk of injury or death to climbers from a fall.
Incidents / Injuries
None reported
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled carabineers and contact Black Diamond for instructions on inspecting and returning the product for a free replacement. Instructions are also available on the firm's website.
Units Affected
About 1.16 million (in addition, 81,000 were sold in Canada)
Sold At
Eastern Mountain Sports, The Gear Coop, Hansen Mountaineering, REI and other specialty outdoor stores nationwide and online at Backcountry.com, BlackDiamond.com and Bouldering.com from December 2014 to January 2016 for between $6 and $15.
Importer
Black Diamond Equipment Ltd., of Salt Lake City, Utah
Manufactured In
U.S.