CCH Inc. Recalls Mountain Climbing Camming Anchor Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3252.
These camming anchors or "Alien Cams" are devices used as both a precautionary measure to stop a climber in the event of falls, or it is used to actually support the climber. Climbers insert the device into cracks or crevasses in rock and it grips the sides of the crack. The recalled units are marked with a small center punch dimple at the base of the round ball where the axle goes through the cable eye. They have production dates, from November 2004 (written as 1104) through December 2005 (written as 1205), which can be found on the bottom of the handle puller.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3252.
Consumers should stop using these devices immediately and contact the firm for instructions on how to have the units repaired.
✅ 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 Climbing Stores Nationwide And Web Retailers From November 2004 Through December 2005 For Between $50 And $60. 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-3252.
For additional information, call the firm at (800) 776-9185 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit CCH's Web site at www.aliencamsbycch.com
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Climbing Stores Nationwide And Web Retailers From November 2004 Through December 2005 For Between $50 And $60. Recall FAQ
Climbing Stores Nationwide And Web Retailers From November 2004 Through December 2005 For Between $50 And $60. is the subject of a consumer products recall: CCH Inc. Recalls Mountain Climbing Camming Anchor Due to Fall Hazard. The notice was published on April 18, 2006 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 4,100 units are potentially affected.