Black Diamond Recalls to Inspect Carabiners Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-6687.
This recall involves 16 models of Black Diamond brand carabiners with manufacturing date codes between 4350 and 6018. "Black Diamond" or the Black Diamond logo is printed on the front of the carabiners. The manufacturing date code is printed on the side of the carabiners. All carabiner colors are included in the recall. They were sold individually or as part of a climbing gear set. The following carabiners are included in the recall: MINI PEARABINER SCREWGATE, POSITRON BENT CARABINER, OVAL CARABINER, NITRON STRAIGHT CARABINER, OVALWIRE CARABINER, NITRON BENT CARABINER, LIGHT D CARABINER, NEUTRINO CARABINER, HOTWIRE CARABINER, POSITRON SCREWGATE CARABINER, OZ CARABINER, NITRON SCREWGATE CARABINER, HOODWIRE CARABINER, ROCKLOCK SCREWGATE CARABINER, POSITRON STRAIGHT CARABINER VAPORLOCK SCREWGATE CARABINER
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-6687.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled carabineers and contact Black Diamond for instructions on inspecting and returning the product for a free replacement. Instructions are also available on the firm's website.
✅ 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 Eastern Mountain Sports, The Gear Coop, Hansen Mountaineering, Rei And Other Specialty Outdoor Stores Nationwide And Online At Backcountry.com, Blackdiamond.com And Bouldering.com From December 2014 To January 2016 For Between $6 And $15. 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-6687.
Black Diamond at 800-775-5552 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or online at http://blackdiamondequipment.com and click on "Recall for Inspection: Carabiner & Quickdraws" for more information on inspecting the product. Consumers can also email the firm at warranty@bdel.com.
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Eastern Mountain Sports, The Gear Coop, Hansen Mountaineering, Rei And Other Specialty Outdoor Stores Nationwide And Online At Backcountry.com, Blackdiamond.com And Bouldering.com From December 2014 To January 2016 For Between $6 And $15. Recall FAQ
Eastern Mountain Sports, The Gear Coop, Hansen Mountaineering, Rei And Other Specialty Outdoor Stores Nationwide And Online At Backcountry.com, Blackdiamond.com And Bouldering.com From December 2014 To January 2016 For Between $6 And $15. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Black Diamond Recalls to Inspect Carabiners Due to Fall Hazard. The notice was published on March 30, 2016 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 1 units are potentially affected.