Speed Buckle Harnesses Used During Mountain and Rock Climbing Recalled for Fall Hazard
Fall
The hazard
The harness could be threaded incorrectly. If threaded incorrectly, the webbing will easily slip when loaded. Incorrectly threaded buckles can loosen, which could cause climbers to slip out of the harness and fall.
Incidents reported: None reported
What to do now
Consumers should immediately stop using recalled harnesses and contact the firm for a free replacement harness.
Contact: For more information, call Black Diamond Equipment collect at (801) 278-5533 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.blackdiamondequipment.com/about/speed_harness_bulletin.phpor or www.blackdiamondequipment.com
About this recall
These Speed Buckle Harnesses were sold under the following model names: Gym Speed, Focus Speed, Momentum Speed, Vario Speed and Wiz Kid. The names can be found on a tag sewn inside the waist belt of the harnesses. The harnesses are various colors and were sold individually. Only Black Diamond Equipment Speed Buckle Harnesses with incorrectly threaded buckles are included in this recall.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC