VIA FERRATA LANYARD SAFETY RECALL NOTICE

VOLUNTARY PRODUCT RECALL OF EASY RIDER & IRON CRUISER VIA FERRATA LANYARDS - SUBJECT TO INSPECTION

Salt Lake City, Utah (April 13, 2016) - Black Diamond Equipment, Ltd., in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), is voluntarily issuing a recall, subject to user inspection, of Easy Rider and Iron Cruiser Via Ferrata Lanyard sets because of the possibility of defects in the stitching that could cause the lanyard to fail, potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

This recall concerns the Easy Rider Via Ferrata Set (style number 620105) and the Iron Cruiser Via Ferrata Set (style number 620110) manufactured between October 26, 2015 and January 18, 2016, with manufacturing codes between 5293 and 5350. Iron Cruiser Via Ferrata Packages (style number 620122) are also affected.

In a very small number of via ferrata lanyards, the security stitching (three orange bar tacks that attach the carabiners to the lanyards) may not be present, which would result in immediate failure of the lanyard under body weight.

No accidents have been reported; however, in the interest of customer safety, Black Diamond has decided to voluntarily issue a recall, subject to user inspection.

If you own via ferrata lanyards that fall within the scope of this recall, Black Diamond is requesting that you STOP USE IMMEDIATELY, and inspect them following the procedures below. If they fail inspection, please contact Black Diamond. We will replace your lanyards free of charge.

Products Included In Recall:

EASY RIDER VIA FERRATA SET

(style #620105)

IRON CRUISER VIA FERRATA SET

(style #620110)
*Also includes IRON CRUISER VIA FERRATA PACKAGE (#620122)

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION:

Easy Rider and Iron Cruiser Via Ferrata sets manufactured between October 26, 2015 and January 18, 2016, with manufacturing codes between 5293 and 5350, are within the scope of this recall.

To find the manufacturing code, unzip the energy-absorption system pouch and find the 4-digit manufacturing code on the backside of the small tag inside.

Only via ferrata sets with manufacturing codes between 5293 and 5350 are are within the scope of this recall. If you have an Iron Cruiser or Easy Rider via ferrata set that falls within the scope of this recall, please follow the inspection procedures below.

PRODUCT INSPECTION:

If your via ferrata lanyard sets match the above criteria, examine the area where the webbing attaches to the carabiner. Be sure to check both arms.

IF ORANGE SECURITY STITCHING IS PRESENT ON BOTH ARMS:
OK
Do not return to Black Diamond.
OK
IF ORANGE SECURITY STITCHING IS NOT PRESENT ON ONE OR BOTH ARMS:
DO NOT USE
Return To Black Diamond
RETURN

Questions? Please consult the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Return Procedure:

If your Iron Cruiser or Easy Rider Via Ferrata Lanyard set failed the inspection procedures above, please follow the steps below to return them to Black Diamond and receive replacements.

  1. Immediately stop using your lanyards.
  2. Click here to submit a recall request.
  3. Take note of your recall case number:
    • A return authorization number
    • An address for return
    • A free shipping label
  4. Return the lanyard(s) to Black Diamond.
  5. Black Diamond will send you a replacement lanyard.

Questions? Please consult the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

RECALL DETAILS | FAQ | recall@bdel.com | 800-775-5552

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