Joss Rock Climbing Cam Units Recalled by Sierra Trading Post Due to a Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively by Sierra Trading Post

Recalled November 10, 2012 · CPSC recall 12038 · Joss

Hazard

The recalled cams can fail unexpectedly after being set, posing a fall hazard.

Remedy

Refund

Units

About 1,280

Incidents / injuries

One incident reported in Europe. No deaths or injuries reported in the U.S.

Description

The Joss cam is a mechanical device placed in the crack of a rock to support a climber's weight. The cam is operated by a trigger that retracts the aluminum lobes, allowing the device to be placed and secured in the crack of a rock. A cable is attached to the device with a heavy duty nylon sling attached to the end of the cable. Joss cams come in eight sizes and each cam is marked with the size (.5 to 4). The sling on the end features solid horizontal blocks of color (yellow, orange, purple, red, green and blue) indicating size. The "Cassin" logo is also printed on a tag attached to the sling. The Sierra Trading Post item numbers associated with this recall are #69277 and #69278. These numbers can be found on the original packaging label or order invoice.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the product and return it to Sierra Trading Post for a full refund including shipping.

Contact

For additional information contact Sierra Trading Post at (800) 713-4534 between 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or email the company at [email protected]

Product

Joss rock climbing cam

Manufacturer(s)

Cassin Sri, of Italy

Imported by

Sierra Trading Post, of Cheyenne, Wy.

Retailers

Sierra Trading Post nationwide from August 2003 through March 2006 for $3 to $32.

Made in

Italy

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