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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
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1. Black Diamond Recalls Climbing Ascenders Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Black-Diamond-Recalls-Climbing-Ascenders/
2. Rocky Mountain Recalls Bicycles with Front Disc Brakes to Replace Quick Release Lever Due to Crash Hazard
3. SCOTT Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Scott-Recalls-Bicycles/
4. Digital Clamp Meters Recalled by Klein Tools Due to Shock and Burn Hazards
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Digital-Clamp-Meters-Recalled-by-Klein-Tools/
5. Black Diamond Recalls Camming Climbing Devices Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Black-Diamond-Recalls-Camming-Climbing-Devices/
6. Black Diamond Recalls Via Ferrata Climbing Equipment Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Black-Diamond-Recalls-Via-Ferrata-Climbing-Equipment/
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1. Black Diamond Recalls Climbing Ascenders Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Black-Diamond-Recalls-Climbing-Ascenders/
Recall Date: May 19, 2016
Recall Number: 16-164
Black Diamond Recalls Climbing Ascenders Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Black-Diamond-Recalls-Climbing-Ascenders/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Black Diamond Index Ascenders for climbing
Hazard: The Index Ascenders’ rivet holding the toothed cam can release, allowing the Ascender to slide on the rope or become detached from the rope, posing a risk of injury or death to climbers from a fall.
Remedy: Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ascenders and contact Black Diamond for instructions on inspecting and returning the product for a free replacement. Instructions for inspection are also available at https://warranty.bdel.com/IndexRecall/Landing. Only those ascenders having an unformed rivet need to be returned for replacement.
Consumer Contact: Black Diamond at 800-775-5552 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, email at recall@bdel.com or online at http://blackdiamondequipment.com and click on “SAFETY NOTICES: Recall for Inspection” for more information.
Recall Details
Photos Available At http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Black-Diamond-Recalls-Climbing-Ascenders/
Units: About 2,800 (in addition, 300 were sold in Canada)
Description: This recall involves Black Diamond brand Index Ascenders (left and right versions) used as rope clamps for rock climbing and mountaineering. The metal ascenders are orange, with a black and gray grip or silver with a black and gray grip. Index Ascenders with a manufacturing code from 4356 to 6015 are included in the recall. The manufacturing code is located on the frame of the ascenders. “Black Diamond” is imprinted on both sides of the handle.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold at: Eastern Mountain Sports, Moosejaw Mountaineering, Outdoors Inc., REI, Sport Chalet, and other specialty outdoor stores nationwide and online at Backcountry.com and BlackDiamond.com and for about $80.
Importer/Distributor: Black Diamond Equipment Ltd., of Salt Lake City, Utah
Manufactured in: U.S.
Note: Health Canada’s press release is available at http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2016/58480r-eng.php
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2. Rocky Mountain Recalls Bicycles with Front Disc Brakes to Replace Quick Release Lever Due to Crash Hazard
Recall Date: May 19, 2016
Recall Number: 16-165
Rocky Mountain Recalls Bicycles with Front Disc Brakes to Replace Quick Release Lever Due to Crash Hazard
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Rocky Mountain Bicycles
Hazard: An open quick release lever on the bicycle’s front wheel hub can come into contact with the front disc brake assembly, causing the front wheel to come to a sudden stop or separate from the bicycle, posing a risk of injury to the rider.
Remedy: Repair
Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles immediately and contact an authorized Rocky Mountain retailer for free installation of a new quick release on the front wheel.
Consumer Contact: Rocky Mountain toll-free at 800-663-2512 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, via email at info@bikes.com or online at www.bikes.com and click on Safety/Recall at the bottom of the page.
Recall Details
Photos Available At http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Rocky-Mountain-Recalls-Bicycles-with-Front-Disc-Brakes-to-Replace-Quick-Release-Lever/
Units: About 17,300 (in addition, 61,000 were sold in Canada)
Description: This recall involves all 2003 through 2016 models of Rocky Mountain bicycles equipped with front disc brakes and a black or silver quick-release (QR) lever on the front wheel hub. Bicycles that do not have disc brakes are not included in this recall. When the front QR is fully opened, if there is less than 6 mm -- or the width of a #2 pencil -- between the QR and disk brake rotor on the wheel, the bicycle is included in this recall.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold at: Rocky Mountain bicycle dealers nationwide and online at www.Bikes.com (Rocky Mountain Bicycles), www.Ems.com (Eastern Mountain Sports), www.JensonUsa.com, www.MikesBikes.com and www.PerformanceBike.com from May 2002 through April 2016 from between $250 and $15,000.
Distributor: Rocky Mountain Bicycles, of Canada
Manufactured in: Canada, China, Taiwan and Vietnam
Note: Health Canada’s press release is available at http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/search-recherche/simple/en/?f_mc=4
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3. SCOTT Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Scott-Recalls-Bicycles/
Recall Date: May 19, 2016
Recall Number: 16-166
SCOTT Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Scott-Recalls-Bicycles/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: SCOTT bicycles with SYNCROS seat posts
Hazard: The seat post can break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Remedy: Replace
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles and return them to an authorized SCOTT dealer to have a free replacement seat post installed.
Consumer Contact: Scott USA toll-free at 888-607-8365 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, by email at recall@scott-sports.com or online at www.SCOTT-Sports.com and click on “Safety” at the bottom of the page, then “Recalls” for more information.
Recall Details
Photos Available At http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Scott-Recalls-Bicycles/
Units: About 1,400 (in addition, 170 bicycles were sold in Canada)
Description: This recall involves model year 2016 SCOTT men’s and women’s road bicycles with SYNCROS FL 0.1 seat posts. Bicycle models included in the recall are: Addict CX 10 disc, Addict SL, Addict Team Issue, Addict 10, Addict 15, Addict 20, Addict Gravel disc, Solace Premium disc, Solace 10 disc, Frame set Addict 10 (HMF), Frame set Addict CX 10 disc (HMX) mech / Di2 and Seatpost Syncros FL1.0 Carbon Offset 27.2mm. “SCOTT” is printed on the bicycle down tube and “SYNCROS” is printed on the seat post. The bicycles were sold in black, grey and white with yellow, orange, green or blue decals. A complete list of serial numbers included in the recall can be found at
http://www.scott-sports.com/global/en/company/safety-and-recalls. The serial number is printed on a white sticker and embossed on the underside of the bicycle frame near the pedals.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 11 reports of broken seat posts outside of the U.S. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Authorized SCOTT dealers nationwide and online from June 2015 through March 2016 for between $3,300 and $9,700.
Importer/Distributor: SCOTT USA Inc., of Salt Lake City, Utah
Manufactured in: Taiwan
Health Canada’s press release is available at: http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2016/58476r-eng.php.
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4. Digital Clamp Meters Recalled by Klein Tools Due to Shock and Burn Hazards
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Digital-Clamp-Meters-Recalled-by-Klein-Tools/
Recall Date: May 19, 2016
Recall Number: 16-167
Digital Clamp Meters Recalled by Klein Tools Due to Shock and Burn Hazards
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Digital-Clamp-Meters-Recalled-by-Klein-Tools/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Digital clamp meters
Hazard: The meters can fail to give an accurate voltage reading, resulting in the operator falsely believing the electrical power is off, posing shock, electrocution and burn hazards.
Remedy: Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled digital clamp meters and contact Klein Tools to receive postage paid labels to return the clamp meters for free replacement units.
Consumer Contact: Klein Tools at 800-527-3099 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, online at www.kleintools.com and click on “Safety Recall Information” at the bottom of the page for more information or email ClampMeterRecall@kleintools.com.
Recall Details
Photos Available At http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Digital-Clamp-Meters-Recalled-by-Klein-Tools/
Units: About 114,000 (in addition, 3,300 were sold in Canada and 3,750 in Mexico)
Description: This recall involves Klein Tools digital clamp meters used to detect electrical current in wiring. Model numbers CL110, CL210, CL310 and CL110KIT with date codes 0815U-A1, 1015U-A1, 1115U-A1, 1215U-A1, 0116U-A1, 0216U-A1 and 0316U-A1 are included in this recall. “Klein Tools” and the model number are printed on the front of the clamp meters. The date code is printed on the back. The meters are black with a backlit LCD display and an orange trigger and clamp mechanism. The meters are rated CAT III 600 volts and measure voltage up to 600 volts and alternating current up to 400 amps. Only the meter in the CL110KIT is included in the recall.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold at: Home Depot and other hardware stores, industrial distributors and electrical wholesalers nationwide from November 2015 through April 2016 for between $55 and $75.
Importer: Klein Tools, of Lincolnshire, Ill.
Manufactured in: China
Note: Health Canada’s press release is available at http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2016/58398r-eng.php
Note: Profeco’s press release is available at http://www.profeco.gob.mx/alertas/alertas16.asp
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5. Black Diamond Recalls Camming Climbing Devices Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Black-Diamond-Recalls-Camming-Climbing-Devices/
Recall Date: May 19, 2016
Recall Number: 16-168
Black Diamond Recalls Camming Climbing Devices Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Black-Diamond-Recalls-Camming-Climbing-Devices/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Black Diamond Camalot climbing devices
Hazard: The camming devices can come apart during use and fail, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.
Remedy: Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled camming devices and contact Black Diamond for inspection and replacement instructions. Instructions for inspection are also available at https://warranty.bdel.com/CamalotRecall/Landing. Only those camming devices that have unformed axle ends are included in the recall.
Consumer Contact: Black Diamond at 877-775-5552 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or online at http://blackdiamondequipment.com and click on “Safety Notices” for more information. Consumers can also email the firm at recall@bdell.com.
Recall Details
Photos Available At http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Black-Diamond-Recalls-Camming-Climbing-Devices/
Units: About 45,500 (in addition, 5,700 units were sold in Canada)
Description: This recall involves all sizes of Black Diamond Camalot and Camalot Ultralight camming devices. The climbing devices are used to secure ropes while rock climbing. The Camalots were sold in sizes 0.3 to 6 and have manufacturing codes from 5133 to 6067. The Camalot Ultralights were sold in sizes 0.4 to 4 and have manufacturing codes from 5309 to 6061. Manufacturing codes are printed on the underside of the cams.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold at: Eastern Mountain Sports, Gear Express, Mountain Gear, REI and other specialty outdoor recreation stores nationwide and online at BackCountry.com and BlackDiamond.com for between $65 and $130.
Importer/Distributor: Black Diamond Equipment Ltd., of Salt Lake City, Utah
Manufactured in: U.S.
Note: Health Canada's press release is available at: Black Diamond Camalots and Ultralights
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2016/58484r-eng.php
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6. Black Diamond Recalls Via Ferrata Climbing Equipment Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Black-Diamond-Recalls-Via-Ferrata-Climbing-Equipment/
Recall Date: May 19, 2016
Recall Number: 16-169
Black Diamond Recalls Via Ferrata Climbing Equipment Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Black-Diamond-Recalls-Via-Ferrata-Climbing-Equipment/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Black Diamond via ferrata climbing sets
Hazard: Climbing sets sold without the orange safety stitching on the lanyards can allow the ends to unexpectedly detach, posing a risk of injury or death to climbers from a fall.
Remedy: Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled via ferrata climbing sets, inspect the lanyards for the orange safety stitching, then contact Black Diamond for a replacement instructions. Instructions for inspection are also available at https://warranty.bdel.com/ViaFerrataRecall/Landing. Only those sets that lack the safety stitching need to be returned for replacement.
Consumer Contact: Black Diamond at 800-775-5552 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or online at http://blackdiamondequipment.com and click on “Safety Notices” for more information. Consumers can also email the firm at recall@bdel.com.
Recall Details
Photos Available At http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Black-Diamond-Recalls-Via-Ferrata-Climbing-Equipment/
Units: About 100
Description: This recall involves Black Diamond Easy Rider and Iron Cruiser via ferrata climbing sets with manufacturing codes between 5293 and 5350. The manufacturing code is located on a sewn-in fabric label located inside the zippered cover. “Easy Rider” or “Iron Cruiser” and “Black Diamond” are printed on the black nylon cover.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold at: Camp Saver, Gear Saver Inc., The Gear Coop and other specialty outdoor stores nationwide and online at BlackDiamond.com for between $90 and $110.
Importer/Distributor: Black Diamond Equipment Ltd., of Salt Lake City, Utah
Manufactured in: U.S.A.
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