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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 16169

Black Diamond via ferrata climbing sets

Published May 19, 2016

Summary

CPSC records recall 16169, published May 19, 2016. Reported units: About 100.

What's the hazard

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.

What to do

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.

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Recall details

Brand
Black Diamond Equipment Ltd., of Salt Lake City, Utah
Distributor
Black Diamond Equipment Ltd., of Salt Lake City, Utah
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Black Diamond via ferrata climbing sets recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 16169 on May 19, 2016. Reported hazard: 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Black Diamond Equipment Ltd., of Salt Lake City, Utah.

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)