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CPSCRecalled Dec 19, 2001 · #02070

CPSC, Game Tracker Announce Recall of Climbing Sticks and Tree Steps

Hazard

The buckles on the climbing sticks and tree steps can fail, posing a risk of serious injury to hunters.

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Description

The recalled Gorilla Ultralite Climbing Sticks, model number 3163, have the serial numbers 040501, 050501, and 060801 printed on the main brace of the stick. The climbing sticks come in three to a package, are gray in color, have black swivel fold down foot pegs, and a black strap and buckle system. The recalled Strap-on Tree Steps, model numbers 3152 and 3153, have serial number 2899 stamped on the side of the metal step. The tree steps have a black strap, with a metal J hook, black buckle, and a metal step.

Product details

Product
Climbing Sticks and Tree Steps
Type
Hunting Accessories
Manufacturer
Game Tracker Inc., of Flushing, Mich.
Model numbers
3163, 040501, 050501, 060801, 3152, 3153, 2899
UPCs
Sold at
Hunting supply stores and catalogs nationwide sold these climbing sticks and tree steps, from February 1999 through September 2001, for between $7 and $100.

What you should do

Consumers should stop using these climbing sticks and tree steps immediately. Consumers should return the product to the company, by writing to: The Game Tracker Inc., Attn: Product Safety Coordinator, PO Box 380, 3475 Eastman Dr., Flushing, MI 48433. Game Tracker will provide a free repair of the climbing sticks and a free replacement for the tree steps.

View the official CPSC notice