Joss rock climbing cam
Class II - ModerateWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 1,280)
- 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:
- Cassin Sri, of Italy
- Reason for Recall:
- The recalled cams can fail unexpectedly after being set, posing a fall hazard.
- 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 recalled cams can fail unexpectedly after being set, posing a fall hazard.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should stop using the product and return it to Sierra Trading Post for a full refund including shipping.
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Product Information
Full Description:
The Joss cam is a mechanical device placed in the crack of a rock to support a climber's weight. The cam is operated by a trigger that retracts the aluminum lobes, allowing the device to be placed and secured in the crack of a rock. A cable is attached to the device with a heavy duty nylon sling attached to the end of the cable. Joss cams come in eight sizes and each cam is marked with the size (.5 to 4). The sling on the end features solid horizontal blocks of color (yellow, orange, purple, red, green and blue) indicating size. The "Cassin" logo is also printed on a tag attached to the sling. The Sierra Trading Post item numbers associated with this recall are #69277 and #69278. These numbers can be found on the original packaging label or order invoice.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 1,280)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 12038