Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported February 27, 2014
Mammut Recalls Crevasse Rescue Devices Due to Risk of Injury
The pull cord lock cam can fail, posing a risk of death and injury during a rescue.
Mammut Sports Group, Inc, of Williston, Vt. recalled The recall involves Mammut's RescYou crevasse rescue devices with batch numbers 12-12 and… — a moderate-severity action.
Mammut Recalls Crevasse Rescue Devices Due to Risk of Injury was recalled by Mammut Sports Group, Inc, of Williston, Vt. in February 27, 2014. Reason: The pull cord lock cam can fail, posing a risk of death and injury during a rescue.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled RescYou devices and contact Mammut f…. Verify recall #14118 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Mammut Sports Group, Inc, of Williston, Vt. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The pull cord lock cam can fail, posing a risk of death and injury during a rescue..
- Moderate
- severity level
- February 27, 2014
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14118 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #14118) was formally reported on February 27, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Mammut Sports Group, Inc, of Williston, Vt. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 70 in the U.S. and 80 in Canada.
The documented reason for this recall is: The pull cord lock cam can fail, posing a risk of death and injury during a rescue. 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 RescYou devices and contact Mammut for a free replacement crevasse rescue device. — 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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Affected scope
About 70 in the U.S. and 80 in Canada
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
The recall involves Mammut's RescYou crevasse rescue devices with batch numbers 12-12 and 03-13. The crevasse rescue devices are pulley systems used for ski mountaineering and mountain climbing to lift a skier or climber who has fallen into a crevasse. The rescue device consists of blue- and silver-finished mechanical ascenders, each using a cam that grabs a lifting rope, allowing the rope to slide only in one direction. The ascenders are connected by an orange rope threaded through pulleys. "MAMMUT RESCYOU" and the batch number are printed in white on the side of the blue ascender.
Reason for recall
The pull cord lock cam can fail, posing a risk of death and injury during a rescue.
Remedy — what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled RescYou devices and contact Mammut for a free replacement crevasse rescue device.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 14118 |
| Date reported | February 27, 2014 |
| Date initiated | February 27, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | Mammut Sports Group, Inc, of Williston, Vt. |
| Affected scope | About 70 in the U.S. and 80 in Canada |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
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 RescYou devices and contact Mammut for a free replacement crevasse rescue de…
- Check the recall number (14118) 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? ▼
The recall involves Mammut's RescYou crevasse rescue devices with batch numbers 12-12 and 03-13. The crevasse rescue devices are pulley systems used for ski mountaineering and mountain climbing to lift a skier or climber who has fallen into a crevasse. The rescue device consists of blue- and silver-finished mechanical ascenders, each using a cam that grabs a lifting rope, allowing the rope to slide only in one direction. The ascenders are connected by an orange rope threaded through pulleys. "MAMMUT RESCYOU" and the batch number are printed in white on the side of the blue ascender.. Recalled by Mammut Sports Group, Inc, of Williston, Vt.. Units affected: About 70 in the U.S. and 80 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The pull cord lock cam can fail, posing a risk of death and injury during a rescue.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled RescYou devices and contact Mammut for a free replacement crevasse rescue device.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 27, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14118.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (14118) 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, 2014.
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