Photon Climbing Carabiners and Quickdraws Recalled Due to Risk of Injury
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2011-04-21). Hazards: fall, injury. About 15,500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 11201 |
| Published | 2011-04-21 |
| Last updated | 2016-07-08 |
| Product category | Mountain Climbing |
| Products | Photon carabiners, Photon and Mach Express quickdraws |
| Firms | CAMP USA Inc., of Broomfield, Colo. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 15,500 |
| Hazard classes | fall, injury |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Outdoor retail stores nationwide from February 2011 through March 2011 for between $8 and $12. |
Description
The Photon model carabiners are used by climbers as connectors and are sold individually or as components of the Photon Express and Mach Express quickdraw used as extenders to anchor a climber. The carabiners were sold in a variety of colors including green, yellow, silver and brown. The quickdraws use a white or black fabric strap with green, yellow or gray stitching and Photon carabiners attached at each end.
Hazard
The carabiner gate may open under a heavy load, posing a risk of serious injury or death if the climber falls.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled carabiners and quickdraws sold with carabiners immediately and contact CAMP USA to return the recalled products for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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