CPSC recall 06-183, announced June 8, 2006, covers Summit Treestands Safety Harnesses Sold with Hunting Tree Stands (about 106,000 units). The harnesses could fail during use, resulting in consumers falling from tree stands and suffering serious injuries or death. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled harnesses and contact the firm for a free replacement harness. Recall contact: call (800) 353-0634, or go to www.harnessrecall2005.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Only harnesses with "Manufactured in 2005," and "Made in China" printed on a label on the harness tether are included in this recall.
Which products are included?
The harnesses are tan or light brown and were sold as an accessory with the following tree stands or ladders: Viper X5, Goliath X5, Razor X5, Summit 180o, Bushmaster X5, Broadhead Backpacker, Bullet Backpacker, Clearshot, Openshot, and MegaSampson. Only harnesses with "Manufactured in 2005," and "Made in China" printed on a label on the harness tether are included in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The harnesses could fail during use, resulting in consumers falling from tree stands and suffering serious injuries or death.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled harnesses and contact the firm for a free replacement harness.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Summit Treestands
- Recall number
- 06-183
- Units
- About 106,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Sporting goods stores nationwide from June 2005 through May 2006 for between $200 and $300 for the tree stand, including the harness.
- Distributor
- Summit Treestands LLC, of Decatur, Ala.
Safety Harnesses Sold with Hunting Tree Stands
CPSC product type: Hunting Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Summit Treestands LLC at (800) 353-0634 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit www.harnessrecall2005.com or www.summitstands.com
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