Black Diamond Recalls Climbing Ascenders Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-6737.
This recall involves Black Diamond brand Index Ascenders (left and right versions) used as rope clamps for rock climbing and mountaineering. The metal ascenders are orange, with a black and gray grip or silver with a black and gray grip. Index Ascenders with a manufacturing code from 4356 to 6015 are included in the recall. The manufacturing code is located on the frame of the ascenders. "Black Diamond" is imprinted on both sides of the handle.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-6737.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ascenders and contact Black Diamond for instructions on inspecting and returning the product for a free replacement. Instructions for inspection are also available at https://warranty.bdel.com/IndexRecall/Landing. Only those ascenders having an unformed rivet need to be returned for replacement.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Eastern Mountain Sports, Moosejaw Mountaineering, Outdoors Inc., Rei, Sport Chalet, And Other Specialty Outdoor Stores Nationwide And Online At Backcountry.com And Blackdiamond.com And For About $80. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-6737.
Black Diamond at 800-775-5552 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, email at recall@bdel.com or online a http://blackdiamondequipment.com and click on "SAFETY NOTICES: Recall for Inspection" for more information.
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Eastern Mountain Sports, Moosejaw Mountaineering, Outdoors Inc., Rei, Sport Chalet, And Other Specialty Outdoor Stores Nationwide And Online At Backcountry.com And Blackdiamond.com And For About $80. Recall FAQ
Eastern Mountain Sports, Moosejaw Mountaineering, Outdoors Inc., Rei, Sport Chalet, And Other Specialty Outdoor Stores Nationwide And Online At Backcountry.com And Blackdiamond.com And For About $80. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Black Diamond Recalls Climbing Ascenders Due to Fall Hazard. The notice was published on May 19, 2016 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 2,800 units are potentially affected.