CPSC2011-07-12
Petzl America Recalls Scorpio and Absorbica Safety Lanyards due to Fall Hazard
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Hazard
Some lanyards are missing a safety stitch on the attachment loop, which can cause the lanyard to disconnect from the climbing harness, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the lanyards and contact Petzl America Inc. for a free inspection and replacement of any non-conforming products.
Sold at
Authorized Petzl dealers nationwide and in Canada from January 2002 through May 2011 for $75 to $220.
Affected count
About 375,000 units worldwide
Injuries reported
None in U.S.; one fall injury in France.
Manufactured in
France
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Scorpio and Absorbica Shock Absorbing Lanyards
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Petzl America Inc. at (877) 740-3826 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT, Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.petzl.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Petzl-America-Recalls-Scorpio-and-Absorbica-Safety-Lanyards-due-to-Fall-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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