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CPSCRecalled Dec 12, 2006 · #07049

Liberty Mountain Recalls Climbing Harnesses Due to Fall Hazard

Hazard

The buckles on the harness's leg loops could fail, posing a fall hazard for climbers.

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Description

The sit harnesses are worn around climber's waist and legs and attach to climbing ropes to protect climbers from falling. The harnesses have three buckles including one on the waist belt and one on each leg loop. "Edelweiss" is printed on the waist belt. Only harnesses using the para buckle system are included in this recall. Para buckle harnesses have a single bar installed in the center of each of the three buckles.

Product details

Product
Edelweiss Challenge Climbing Harnesses
Type
Climbing Equipment
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Climbing equipment retailers, Liberty Mountain's catalog, and by various Web retailers from January 2005 through September 2006 for about $47.
Made in
France

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled harnesses and contact Liberty Mountain for instructions on returning the harnesses including a return authorization number. Liberty Mountain will provide a free inspection and free repair. Send your harness for repair to: Liberty Mountain, 4375 West 1980 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84104.

View the official CPSC notice