Petzl America Recalls Belay Devices Due to Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2011-08-30). Hazards: fall. About 18,000 units in the US and 2,000 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 11314 |
| Published | 2011-08-30 |
| Last updated | 2016-07-08 |
| Product category | Mountain Climbing |
| Products | GRIGRI 2 belay device with assisted braking |
| Firm named in the title | Petzl America |
| Firms | Petzl SAS, of Crolles, France (manufacturer); Petzl America Inc., of Clearfield, Utah (importer) |
| Manufactured in | France |
| Units (US) | 18,000 |
| Units (Canada) | 2,000 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | replace |
| Sold | Sports and recreation stores in the U.S. and Canada from February 2011 to June 2011 for about $95. |
Description
The GRIGRI 2 belay device is used by rock climbers to control the climber's safety rope during a fall or while being lowered on the rope. The first five digits of the serial numbers of devices affected by this recall range from 10326 to 11136. The serial number is engraved on the body of the product underneath and protected by the folded handle. The belay devices are 4 inches in length and 2 inches in width, and come in grey, blue, and orange colors.
Hazard
Excessive force on the handle can cause it to become stuck in the open position. When stuck open, the assisted braking function is disabled, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop use of the affected GRIGRI 2s immediately, and contact Petzl America for a replacement.
Incidents and injuries
Seven devices worldwide, including one in the U.S., were returned after the users noticed that the handle could become stuck in the open position. No injuries have been reported.
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