CPSC recall 13-078, announced December 20, 2012, covers Classic Asia Group Muddy Outdoors Tree Climbing Sticks (about 1,500 units). The climbing sticks can break, posing risk of serious injury or death to users. The notice cites 4 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled climbing sticks and return them to Muddy Outdoors for a refund or a free replacement product. Recall contact: call (877) 366-8339, or go to www.gomuddy.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.
Model number 70401 or 70404 is printed on the packaging.
Which products are included?
The recalled Muddy Outdoors climbing sticks are used to climb trees. They consist of a 20-inch black center stick with tree cleats and fold-out steps on each end. A black and burnt orange-colored rope fastened by a cam cleat secures the stick to the tree. The tree cleats have single metal tabs or posts. Model number 70401 or 70404 is printed on the packaging. The climbing sticks were sold individually or in packs of four.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The climbing sticks can break, posing risk of serious injury or death to users.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received four reports of the climbing sticks breaking. There have been no reported injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled climbing sticks and return them to Muddy Outdoors for a refund or a free replacement product.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Classic Asia Group
- Manufacturer
- Classic Asia Group, of China
- Recall number
- 13-078
- Units
- About 1,500
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Bass Pro, Cabela's, Dick's Sporting Goods, Scheel's and other hunting and outdoor stores nationwide from July 2012 through October 2012 for about $50 when sold individually and $160 when sold in a pack of four.
- Importer
- Muddy Outdoors, of Albia, Iowa
Muddy Outdoors Tree Climbing Sticks
CPSC product type: Hunting Accessories
Recall contact information
Muddy Outdoors; toll-free at (877) 366-8339, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.gomuddy.com and click on "Muddy Info-Latest News" or "Products-Muddy Outdoors-Sticks" section for more information.
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