Recalls / 2008-07-29

New England Ropes Recalls Climbing Lines Due to Fall Hazard

08346 · Recalled 2008-07-29 · CPSC page

Recalled 9.1 mm Apogee-Yellow Climbing Rope

Description

Two types of climbing ropes have been included in this recall, the Maxim Apogee 9.1mm and Maxim Pinnacle 9.5mm. The Maxim Apogee 9.1mm is a 48 carrier climbing rope. The colors are yellow and black, and red and yellow. The model numbers are 3411-91 and 3415-91, with date codes 060801 thru 080601. The UPC codes are: 75396312299, 75396312298, 75396312301, and 75396312300. The Maxim Pinnacle 9.5mm is a blue 48 carrier climbing rope. The Model number is 3403-95, with date codes 070201 thru 080601. The UPC codes are 75396312292 and 75396312293. The date codes and the UPC codes are on the original packaging.

Hazards

The climbing lines can break, posing a serious fall hazard for climbers.

Reported injuries

None.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dynamic climbing lines and contact the manufacturer for a free replacement.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Maxim Apogee and Maxim Pinnacle Dynamic Climbing Lines/Ropes		About 530

Parties

Manufacturer: New England Ropes
Made in: United States
Sold at: Retailers nationwide, $262.

Consumer contact

For more information, consumers can contact New England Ropes toll-free at (866) 617-9038 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.neropes.com

More images

Recalled 9.1 mm Apogee-Fire/Red Climbing Rope

Recalled 9.1 mm Pinnacle-Blue Climbing Rope

Source: CPSC recall 08346. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.