GRIGRI 2 belay device with assisted braking
Class II - Moderate 🏠 Consumer Products
Recalled: August 30, 2011 Petzl SAS, of Crolles, France Other Consumer Products
Nationwide
What Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 18,000 in the United States and about 2,000 in Canada)
- 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:
- Petzl SAS, of Crolles, France
- Reason for Recall:
- Excessive force on the handle can cause it to become stuck in the open position. When stuck open, the assisted braking function is disabled, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
- Classification:
- Class II - Moderate
Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose a slight threat of a serious nature.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- Excessive force on the handle can cause it to become stuck in the open position. When stuck open, the assisted braking function is disabled, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should stop use of the affected GRIGRI 2s immediately, and contact Petzl America for a replacement.
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Product Information
Full Description:
The GRIGRI 2 belay device is used by rock climbers to control the climber's safety rope during a fall or while being lowered on the rope. The first five digits of the serial numbers of devices affected by this recall range from 10326 to 11136. The serial number is engraved on the body of the product underneath and protected by the folded handle. The belay devices are 4 inches in length and 2 inches in width, and come in grey, blue, and orange colors.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 18,000 in the United States and about 2,000 in Canada)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 11314