Black Diamond Recalls Via Ferrata Climbing Equipment Due to Fall Hazard

Recalled May 19, 2016 · CPSC recall 16169 · Black Diamond

Black Diamond Easy Rider via ferrata set

Location of manufacturing code on Black Diamond via ferrata set

Orange safety stitching on Black Diamond Easy Rider and Iron Cruiser via ferrata set

Hazard

Climbing sets sold without the orange safety stitching on the lanyards can allow the ends to unexpectedly detach, posing a risk of injury or death to climbers from a fall.

Remedy

Replace

Units

About 100

Incidents / injuries

None reported

Description

This recall involves Black Diamond Easy Rider and Iron Cruiser via ferrata climbing sets with manufacturing codes between 5293 and 5350. The manufacturing code is located on a sewn-in fabric label located inside the zippered cover. "Easy Rider" or "Iron Cruiser" and "Black Diamond" are printed on the black nylon cover.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled via ferrata climbing sets, inspect the lanyards for the orange safety stitching, then contact Black Diamond for a replacement instructions. Instructions for inspection are also available at https://warranty.bdel.com/ViaFerrataRecall/Landing. Only those sets that lack the safety stitching need to be returned for replacement.

Contact

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 "Safety Notices" for more information. Consumers can also email the firm at [email protected].

Product

Black Diamond via ferrata climbing sets

Imported by

Black Diamond Equipment Ltd., of Salt Lake City, Utah

Distributed by

Black Diamond Equipment Ltd., of Salt Lake City, Utah

Retailers

Camp Saver, Gear Saver Inc., The Gear Coop and other specialty outdoor stores nationwide and online at BlackDiamond.com for between $90 and $110.

Made in

United States

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →