PlainRecalls
CPSC Moderate Active

CCH Inc. Recalls Mountain Climbing Camming Anchor Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: April 18, 2006 Initiated: April 18, 2006 #06141

Product Description

These camming anchors or "Alien Cams" are devices used as both a precautionary measure to stop a climber in the event of falls, or it is used to actually support the climber. Climbers insert the device into cracks or crevasses in rock and it grips the sides of the crack. The recalled units are marked with a small center punch dimple at the base of the round ball where the axle goes through the cable eye. They have production dates, from November 2004 (written as 1104) through December 2005 (written as 1205), which can be found on the bottom of the handle puller.

Reason for Recall

The cables that support climbers using these devices can fail, causing climbers to fall.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these devices immediately and contact the firm for instructions on how to have the units repaired.

Details

Units Affected
About 4,100
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/CCH-Inc-Recalls-Mountain-Climbing-Camming-Anchor-Due-to-Fall-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
These camming anchors or "Alien Cams" are devices used as both a precautionary measure to stop a climber in the event of falls, or it is used to actually support the climber. Climbers insert the device into cracks or crevasses in rock and it grips the sides of the crack. The recalled units are marked with a small center punch dimple at the base of the round ball where the axle goes through the cable eye. They have production dates, from November 2004 (written as 1104) through December 2005 (written as 1205), which can be found on the bottom of the handle puller.. Recalled by Colorado Custom Hardware (CCH) Inc., of Laramie, Wyo.. Units affected: About 4,100.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The cables that support climbers using these devices can fail, causing climbers to fall.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using these devices immediately and contact the firm for instructions on how to have the units repaired.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 18, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06141.

Related Recalls

FDA Devices Moderate

Convenience Kits 1. 25GA Convenience Kit - FNX VS0644.25-FNX 2. 25GA Convenience Kit - FXX VS0644.25-FXX 3.2…

Vortex Surgical Inc. · 2026-02-11
FDA Devices Moderate

COULTER DxH Diluent, REF 628017 COULTER DxH ECO Diluent REF C67250 For use as an isotonic buffered diluent in conju…

Beckman Coulter, Inc. · 2026-02-11
FDA Devices Moderate

Product Name: Single Use 3-Lumen Sphincterotome V Model/Catalog Number: KD-V411M-1520 Product Description: These inst…

Olympus Corporation of the Americas · 2026-02-11
FDA Devices Moderate

Product Name: Disposable Triple Lumen Sphincterotome Model/Catalog Number: KD-401Q-0330 Product Description: These in…

Olympus Corporation of the Americas · 2026-02-11
FDA Devices Moderate

Product Name: Lumipulse pTau 217 Plasma Controls Model/Catalog Number: 81558 Software Version: Not Applicable Produc…

Fujirebio Diagnostics, Inc. · 2026-02-11

Explore Related Data

Vehicle Safety → Drug Information →