Black Diamond Recalls Camming Climbing Devices Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-6738.
This recall involves all sizes of Black Diamond Camalot and Camalot Ultralight camming devices. The climbing devices are used to secure ropes while rock climbing. The Camalots were sold in sizes 0.3 to 6 and have manufacturing codes from 5133 to 6067. The Camalot Ultralights were sold in sizes 0.4 to 4 and have manufacturing codes from 5309 to 6061. Manufacturing codes are printed on the underside of the cams.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-6738.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled camming devices and contact Black Diamond for inspection and replacement instructions. Instructions for inspection are also available at https://warranty.bdel.com/CamalotRecall/Landing. Only those camming devices that have unformed axle ends are included in the recall.
✅ 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, Gear Express, Mountain Gear, Rei And Other Specialty Outdoor Recreation Stores Nationwide And Online At Backcountry.com And Blackdiamond.com For Between $65 And $130. 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-6738.
Black Diamond at 877-775-5552 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or online at http://blackdiamondequipment.com and click on "Safety Notices" for more information. Consumers can also email the firm at recall@bdell.com.
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Eastern Mountain Sports, Gear Express, Mountain Gear, Rei And Other Specialty Outdoor Recreation Stores Nationwide And Online At Backcountry.com And Blackdiamond.com For Between $65 And $130. Recall FAQ
Eastern Mountain Sports, Gear Express, Mountain Gear, Rei And Other Specialty Outdoor Recreation Stores Nationwide And Online At Backcountry.com And Blackdiamond.com For Between $65 And $130. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Black Diamond Recalls Camming Climbing Devices Due to Fall Hazard. The notice was published on May 19, 2016 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 45,500 units are potentially affected.