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CPSC recall · Reported February 27, 2013

Liberty Mountain Recalls Mountain Climbing Lanyards Due to Risk of Serious Injury

The elastic webbing on the lanyards can deteriorate over time and break while in use, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the climber.

Recall #
13128
Affected scope
About 140
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Singing Rock, of Ponikla, Czech Republic recalled This recall involves Easy Go XP Lock Via Ferrata Lanyards used for shock absorption on Vi… — a moderate-severity action.

Liberty Mountain Recalls Mountain Climbing Lanyards Due to Risk of Serious Injury was recalled by Singing Rock, of Ponikla, Czech Republic in February 27, 2013. Reason: The elastic webbing on the lanyards can deteriorate over time and break while in use, posing a risk of seriou…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lanyards and contact Liberty Mountai…. Verify recall #13128 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Singing Rock, of Ponikla, Czech Republic issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The elastic webbing on the lanyards can deteriorate over time and break while in use, posing a risk of seriou….

Moderate
severity level
February 27, 2013
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13128 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #13128) was formally reported on February 27, 2013. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Singing Rock, of Ponikla, Czech Republic is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 140.

The documented reason for this recall is: The elastic webbing on the lanyards can deteriorate over time and break while in use, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the climber. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lanyards and contact Liberty Mountain for a refund or replacement. — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls — clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 100,165 recalls in the database, 23,668 are high severity, 72,097 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 140

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves Easy Go XP Lock Via Ferrata Lanyards used for shock absorption on Via Ferrata mountain climbing routes. The lanyard has two elasticized webbing branches with self-locking carabiners at each end. Recalled units can be identified by the elasticized webbing. "EASY GO XP LOCK" is printed on a white tag sewn into the zipper pouch.

Reason for recall

The elastic webbing on the lanyards can deteriorate over time and break while in use, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the climber.

Remedy — what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lanyards and contact Liberty Mountain for a refund or replacement.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 13128
Date reported February 27, 2013
Date initiated February 27, 2013
Recalling firm Singing Rock, of Ponikla, Czech Republic
Affected scope About 140
Distribution Not disclosed
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Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lanyards and contact Liberty Mountain for a refund or replacement.

  • Check the recall number (13128) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Easy Go XP Lock Via Ferrata Lanyards used for shock absorption on Via Ferrata mountain climbing routes. The lanyard has two elasticized webbing branches with self-locking carabiners at each end. Recalled units can be identified by the elasticized webbing. "EASY GO XP LOCK" is printed on a white tag sewn into the zipper pouch.. Recalled by Singing Rock, of Ponikla, Czech Republic. Units affected: About 140.
Why was this product recalled?
The elastic webbing on the lanyards can deteriorate over time and break while in use, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the climber.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lanyards and contact Liberty Mountain for a refund or replacement.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 27, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 13128.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (13128) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported February 27, 2013.

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