CPSC2005-06-03
CPSC, MSA Announce Recall of Climbing Wall Descenders
Mine Safety Appliances Co. (MSA), of Pittsburgh, Pa.
Hazard
This product, which assists wall climbers during descent, has a faulty bearing that can cause the brakes to fail. When this occurs, wall climbers risk rapid descent, with no braking capability.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the descenders immediately and contact MSA to schedule a free repair of the product.
Sold at
MSA worldwide, from August 27, 2004 through April 6, 2005. Sale Price: About $2,000.
Affected count
783
Injuries reported
MSA has received three reports of Redpoint Descenders' brakes failing. One fall resulted in a cracked vertebra. Other injuries include bruised ribs and a sprained ankle.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Redpoint™ and Auto-Belay Descenders
Consumer contact
Contact MSA at (800) 672-2222 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.MSAnet.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-MSA-Announce-Recall-of-Climbing-Wall-Descenders-Don't want to check this manually?
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