CPSC recall · Reported August 22, 2024
Head Rush Technologies Recalls TRUBLUE Speed Auto Belay Devices Due to Fall Hazard
The auto belay device backup brake can fail to activate, posing a fall hazard and risk of serious injury or death.
Head Rush Technologies, of Louisville, Colorado recalled This recall involves Head Rush Technologies TRUBLUE Speed Auto Belay Devices, 12.5m and 1….
Head Rush Technologies Recalls TRUBLUE Speed Auto Belay Devices Due to Fall Hazard was recalled by Head Rush Technologies, of Louisville, Colorado in August 22, 2024. Reason: The auto belay device backup brake can fail to activate, posing a fall hazard and risk of serious injury or d…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled auto belay devices and contact Head …. Verify recall #24347 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Head Rush Technologies, of Louisville, Colorado issued this CPSC recall-The auto belay device backup brake can fail to activate, posing a fall hazard and risk of serious injury or d….
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- August 22, 2024
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #24347 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
This recall involves Head Rush Technologies TRUBLUE Speed Auto Belay Devices, 12.5m and 16m versions. The device enables climbers to safely descend after a speed climbing event. The device is gray with blue handles, the 12.5m version has black webbing handgrip above the carabiner, and the 16m version has blue webbing handgrip. The model TRUBLUE Speed TBSD150-20 and serial number are on a label located on the handle. The auto belay devices have a serial number within the serial number range: TBSD00098 through TBSD01180.
Reason for recall
The auto belay device backup brake can fail to activate, posing a fall hazard and risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled auto belay devices and contact Head Rush Technologies for a free inspection and repair. Head Rush Technologies is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 24347 |
| Date reported | August 22, 2024 |
| Date initiated | August 22, 2024 |
| Recalling firm | Head Rush Technologies, of Louisville, Colorado |
| Affected scope | About 220 |
| 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 auto belay devices and contact Head Rush Technologies for a free inspection …
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- 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
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