CPSC recall 08-346, announced July 29, 2008, covers New England Ropes Maxim Apogee and Maxim Pinnacle Dynamic Climbing Lines/Ropes (about 530 units). The climbing lines can break, posing a serious fall hazard for climbers. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dynamic climbing lines and contact the manufacturer for a free replacement. Recall contact: call (866) 617-9038, or go to www.neropes.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.
UPC or product codes
753963122927539631229375396312298753963122997539631230075396312301The Model number is 3403-95, with date codes 070201 thru 080601.
Which products are included?
Two types of climbing ropes have been included in this recall, the Maxim Apogee 9.1mm and Maxim Pinnacle 9.5mm. The Maxim Apogee 9.1mm is a 48 carrier climbing rope. The colors are yellow and black, and red and yellow. The model numbers are 3411-91 and 3415-91, with date codes 060801 thru 080601. The UPC codes are: 75396312299, 75396312298, 75396312301, and 75396312300. The Maxim Pinnacle 9.5mm is a blue 48 carrier climbing rope. The Model number is 3403-95, with date codes 070201 thru 080601. The UPC codes are 75396312292 and 75396312293. The date codes and the UPC codes are on the original packaging.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The climbing lines can break, posing a serious fall hazard for climbers.
Incidents and injuries
None.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dynamic climbing lines and contact the manufacturer for a free replacement.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- New England Ropes
- Manufacturer
- New England Ropes, of Fall River, Mass.
- Recall number
- 08-346
- Units
- About 530
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Retailers nationwide from August 2006 through June 2008 for between $180 and $262.
Maxim Apogee and Maxim Pinnacle Dynamic Climbing Lines/Ropes
CPSC product type: Climbing Equipment
Recall contact information
For more information, consumers can contact New England Ropes toll-free at (866) 617-9038 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.neropes.com
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