Recalls / 2016-08-31
Salewa North America Recalls Wild Country Climbing Harnesses Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)
16771 · Recalled 2016-08-31 · CPSC page
Description
This recall applies to all Wild Country Syncro harnesses sold in the United States. The harness has a black nylon exterior and orange interior. "Wild Country" and "Syncro" is printed on a label affixed to the interior, above batch code: 01 A 01 16.
Hazards
Excess materials on the left waist belt tab can cause the harness to loosen, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Reported injuries
The firm has received one report of the harness loosening. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled harnesses and contact Salewa North America for a full refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Wild Country Syncro Harnesses | About 70 |
Parties
- Distributor
- Salewa North America Inc., of Boulder, Colo.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Alpenglow Adventure Sports, Climb UP LLC, Rock Fitness, UNLTD, Wilderness Exchange, online at Amazon.com, other websites
Consumer contact
Salewa North America toll-free at 844-412-7013 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or online at www.wildcountry.com and click on the "Product Recall" link located at the bottom of the page.
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Source: CPSC recall 16771. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.