Teufelberger Recalls Rescue Ropes and Throwlines Due to Fall and Injury Hazards
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-7970.
This recall involves CMC and New England Ropes brand 7.5 mm and 8 mm static ropes and throwlines used for rescue operations. The recalled rope models are the CMC Escape Line 5/16"/8mm (orange with yellow tracer), New England Ropes Aramid 7.5mm (tan with black tracer) and New England Ropes KM-III 5/16"/8mm (white with blue tracer). The recalled throwline model is New England Ropes NFPA (yellow with red tracer). Only ropes and throwlines with lot numbers that begin with 160101 through 1609915 are included in this recall. The model name and lot number is printed on the end band label on the rope and on the product's packaging. The ropes and throwlines were sold in lengths ranging from 150 to 2,400 feet.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-7970.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ropes and throwlines and contact Teufelberger for a free 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 Cmc Rescue In Goleta, Calif., Extractor Sled In Escondido, Calif., Excalibur In Sandy, Utah, Liberty Mountain In Sandy, Utah, Rescue Technology In Carrollton, Ga., Rock-n-rescue In Butler, Pa., Tahoe Sports In South Lake Tahoe, Calif., And West Marine In Watsonville, Calif. From January 2016 Through September 2016 For Between $140 And $1,800. 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-7970.
Teufelberger Fiber Rope Corp. toll-free at 844-361-7041 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.teufelberger.com and click on the "Static Rope Safety Notice" link for more information.
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Cmc Rescue In Goleta, Calif., Extractor Sled In Escondido, Calif., Excalibur In Sandy, Utah, Liberty Mountain In Sandy, Utah, Rescue Technology In Carrollton, Ga., Rock-n-rescue In Butler, Pa., Tahoe Sports In South Lake Tahoe, Calif., And West Marine In Watsonville, Calif. From January 2016 Through September 2016 For Between $140 And $1,800. Recall FAQ
Cmc Rescue In Goleta, Calif., Extractor Sled In Escondido, Calif., Excalibur In Sandy, Utah, Liberty Mountain In Sandy, Utah, Rescue Technology In Carrollton, Ga., Rock-n-rescue In Butler, Pa., Tahoe Sports In South Lake Tahoe, Calif., And West Marine In Watsonville, Calif. From January 2016 Through September 2016 For Between $140 And $1,800. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Teufelberger Recalls Rescue Ropes and Throwlines Due to Fall and Injury Hazards. The notice was published on January 31, 2017 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 95 units are potentially affected.