Camming Anchor (used in climbing)
Class II - ModerateWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 4,100)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Colorado Custom Hardware (CCH) Inc., of Laramie, Wyo.
- Reason for Recall:
- The cables that support climbers using these devices can fail, causing climbers to fall.
- Classification:
- Class II - Moderate
Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose a slight threat of a serious nature.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- The cables that support climbers using these devices can fail, causing climbers to fall.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should stop using these devices immediately and contact the firm for instructions on how to have the units repaired.
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Product Information
Full Description:
These camming anchors or "Alien Cams" are devices used as both a precautionary measure to stop a climber in the event of falls, or it is used to actually support the climber. Climbers insert the device into cracks or crevasses in rock and it grips the sides of the crack. The recalled units are marked with a small center punch dimple at the base of the round ball where the axle goes through the cable eye. They have production dates, from November 2004 (written as 1104) through December 2005 (written as 1205), which can be found on the bottom of the handle puller.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 4,100)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 06141