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Petzl America Recalls Climbing Equipment Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: October 18, 2006 Initiated: October 18, 2006 #07010

Product Description

The recall involves the M34 BL Am'D Ball Lock and M36 BL William Ball Lock carabiners with metal locking sleeves. Carabiners with batch number between 06076 and 06178 are included in the recall. The batch number is engraved on the spine of the carabiner. The recall does not include Ball Lock carabiners having a plastic locking sleeve.

Reason for Recall

These carabiners have a green button that acts as a safety mechanism to prevent unlocking. The recalled carabiners can unlock unexpectedly without pressing the green button, posing a fall hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled carabiners immediately, and contact Petzl America to have their carabiners inspected and to receive a free replacement, if necessary.

Details

Units Affected
About 8,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Petzl-America-Recalls-Climbing-Equipment-Due-to-Fall-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recall involves the M34 BL Am'D Ball Lock and M36 BL William Ball Lock carabiners with metal locking sleeves. Carabiners with batch number between 06076 and 06178 are included in the recall. The batch number is engraved on the spine of the carabiner. The recall does not include Ball Lock carabiners having a plastic locking sleeve.. Recalled by Petzl America, of Clearfield, Utah. Units affected: About 8,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
These carabiners have a green button that acts as a safety mechanism to prevent unlocking. The recalled carabiners can unlock unexpectedly without pressing the green button, posing a fall hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the recalled carabiners immediately, and contact Petzl America to have their carabiners inspected and to receive a free replacement, if necessary.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 18, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07010.

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