Recalls / 2016-05-19
Black Diamond Recalls Via Ferrata Climbing Equipment Due to Fall Hazard
16169 · Recalled 2016-05-19 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves Black Diamond Easy Rider and Iron Cruiser via ferrata climbing sets with manufacturing codes between 5293 and 5350. The manufacturing code is located on a sewn-in fabric label located inside the zippered cover. "Easy Rider" or "Iron Cruiser" and "Black Diamond" are printed on the black nylon cover.
Hazards
Climbing sets sold without the orange safety stitching on the lanyards can allow the ends to unexpectedly detach, posing a risk of injury or death to climbers from a fall.
Reported injuries
None reported
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled via ferrata climbing sets, inspect the lanyards for the orange safety stitching, then contact Black Diamond for a replacement instructions. Instructions for inspection are also available at https://warranty.bdel.com/ViaFerrataRecall/Landing. Only those sets that lack the safety stitching need to be returned for replacement.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Black Diamond via ferrata climbing sets | About 100 |
Parties
- Importer
- Black Diamond Equipment Ltd., of Salt Lake City, Utah
- Distributor
- Black Diamond Equipment Ltd., of Salt Lake City, Utah
- Made in
- United States
- Sold at
- Camp Saver, Gear Saver Inc., The Gear Coop, other specialty outdoor, online at BlackDiamond.com for, $110.
Consumer contact
Black Diamond at 800-775-5552 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or online at http://blackdiamondequipment.com and click on "Safety Notices" for more information. Consumers can also email the firm at recall@bdel.com.
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Source: CPSC recall 16169. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.