Recalls / 2006-10-18
Petzl America Recalls Climbing Equipment Due to Fall Hazard
07010 · Recalled 2006-10-18 · CPSC page
Description
The recall involves the M34 BL Am'D Ball Lock and M36 BL William Ball Lock carabiners with metal locking sleeves. Carabiners with batch number between 06076 and 06178 are included in the recall. The batch number is engraved on the spine of the carabiner. The recall does not include Ball Lock carabiners having a plastic locking sleeve.
Hazards
These carabiners have a green button that acts as a safety mechanism to prevent unlocking. The recalled carabiners can unlock unexpectedly without pressing the green button, posing a fall hazard.
Reported injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled carabiners immediately, and contact Petzl America to have their carabiners inspected and to receive a free replacement, if necessary.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Carabiners used for climbing | About 8,000 |
Parties
- Distributor
- Petzl America, of Clearfield, Utah
- Made in
- United States
- Sold at
- Petzl dealers nationwide, about $17 for the William model.
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers can contact Petzl America at (877) 807-3805 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or log on to the firm's Web site at www.petzl.com
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Source: CPSC recall 07010. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.