CPSC recall 16-132, announced March 30, 2016, covers Black Diamond Nylon Runners (about 185,000 units). A nylon runner with a tape splice (two cut ends joined by masking tape) will fail in normal use, posing a risk of death or injury due to a fall. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled nylon runners, inspect for the presence of a tape splice and contact Black Diamond for instructions on obtaining a free replacement nylon runner. Recall contact: call 800-775-5552, go to blackdiamondequipment.com, or email warranty@bdel.com.
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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.
"CE 0333" and 2014 or 2015 are printed on the sewn-in label.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Black Diamond 18 mm wide nylon runners that are 60 cm/24 inches or 120 cm/48 inches long that have a tape splice (two cut ends joined by masking tape). The nylon runners were sold in red, blue, gold, green, gray and purple. "CE 0333" and 2014 or 2015 are printed on the sewn-in label.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
A nylon runner with a tape splice (two cut ends joined by masking tape) will fail in normal use, posing a risk of death or injury due to a fall.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled nylon runners, inspect for the presence of a tape splice and contact Black Diamond for instructions on obtaining a free replacement nylon runner.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Black Diamond
- Recall number
- 16-132
- Units
- About 185,000 (in addition, 23,600 were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Eastern Mountain Sports, Hansen Mountaineering, The Gear Coop, Peak Experiences Inc., REI and other specialty outdoor stores nationwide and online at Backcountry.com and BlackDiamond.com from January 2014 through February 2016 for between $5 and $9.
- Importer
- Black Diamond Ltd., of Salt Lake City, Utah
- Distributor
- Black Diamond Ltd., of Salt Lake City, Utah
Nylon Runners
CPSC product type: Mountain Climbing
Recall contact information
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 "Recall for Inspection: Nylon Runners" for more information. Consumers can also email the firm at warranty@bdel.com.
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