Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported March 24, 2021
Birdie Belay Devices Recalled Due to Risk of Injury; Made by Beal Sas
The device user can be unable to lower the climber, posing a risk of injury to the climber.
The recall
Beal Sas, of France issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The device user can be unable to lower the climber, posing a risk of injury to the climber..
- Moderate
- severity level
- March 24, 2021
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #21101 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #21101) was formally reported on March 24, 2021. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Beal Sas, of France is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 1,400.
The documented reason for this recall is: The device user can be unable to lower the climber, posing a risk of injury 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 Beal Birdie Belay Devices and contact Liberty Mountain for a free 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
Of 83,949 recalls in the database, 21,198 are high severity, 58,883 moderate, and 3,868 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Affected scope
About 1,400
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
The Beal Birdie Belay Device is used by rock climbers. Belay devices are used with climbing ropes to protect the climber while climbing, to arrest a fall or while being lowered on the rope. The Beal Birdie Belay Device was sold in three colors: Orange handle, Blue handle or Green handle. This recall involves all units laser-marked with batch year "/19" on the side of the unit. Only units marked with "/19" are being recalled.
Reason for recall
The device user can be unable to lower the climber, posing a risk of injury to the climber.
Remedy — what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Beal Birdie Belay Devices and contact Liberty Mountain for a free replacement.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 21101 |
| Date reported | March 24, 2021 |
| Date initiated | March 24, 2021 |
| Recalling firm | Beal Sas, of France |
| Affected scope | About 1,400 |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The Beal Birdie Belay Device is used by rock climbers. Belay devices are used with climbing ropes to protect the climber while climbing, to arrest a fall or while being lowered on the rope. The Beal Birdie Belay Device was sold in three colors: Orange handle, Blue handle or Green handle. This recall involves all units laser-marked with batch year "/19" on the side of the unit. Only units marked with "/19" are being recalled.. Recalled by Beal Sas, of France. Units affected: About 1,400.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The device user can be unable to lower the climber, posing a risk of injury to the climber.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Beal Birdie Belay Devices and contact Liberty Mountain for a free replacement.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 24, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 21101.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (21101) 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 March 24, 2021.
- Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
- Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
- Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.
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Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA) Aggregated federal recall feeds Recall data normalized across FDA, CPSC and NHTSA feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type).