GTHI Recalls Climbing Belay Devices Due to Fall and Injury Hazards
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-8076.
This recall involves Trango Vergo belay devices with batch numbers 16159 and 16195 printed on the side of the unit. The devices were sold in blue, gold, or purple and feature the word "VERGO" on the front plate of the unit. Belay devices are used with climbing ropes to protect the climber while climbing, to arrest a fall or while being lowered on the rope.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-8076.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled devices and contact Trango for instructions on receiving 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 Authorized Gthi Dealers And Outdoor Specialty Stores Nationwide And Online At Www.trango.com From October 2016 Through April 2017 For About $90. 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-8076.
Trango email at vergorecall@trango.com, or call 800-860-3653 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. MT, Monday through Friday, or online at www.trango.com and click on "Product Alerts" for more information.
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Authorized Gthi Dealers And Outdoor Specialty Stores Nationwide And Online At Www.trango.com From October 2016 Through April 2017 For About $90. Recall FAQ
Authorized Gthi Dealers And Outdoor Specialty Stores Nationwide And Online At Www.trango.com From October 2016 Through April 2017 For About $90. is the subject of a tools recall: GTHI Recalls Climbing Belay Devices Due to Fall and Injury Hazards. The notice was published on June 13, 2017 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 2,600 units are potentially affected.