MODERATERecall Data: June 6, 2024

Wild Country Ropeman 1 ascenders

Salewa USA LLC, of Boulder, Colorado

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Recalled Wild Country Ropeman 1 Ascender

Recalled Wild Country Ropeman 1 Ascender

Recalled Wild Country Ropeman 1 Ascender

Recalled Wild Country Ropeman 1 Ascender

Why is it being recalled? (Hazard)

The teeth of the recalled ascenders can fail to engage, making it difficult or impossible for the user to ascend.

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What should I do? (Remedy)

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Ropeman 1 ascenders, and contact Wild Country to coordinate return of the recalled product and shipment of a free replacement ascender. Consumers can also return the recalled Ropeman 1 ascenders to Wild Country directly or at any authorized Wild Country Dealer for a free replacement.

Consumer Contact

Wild Country toll-free at 844-412-7013 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, email at [email protected], online at https://www.wildcountry.com/en-us/product-recalls, or https://www.wildcountry.com/en-us/ and click on "Ropeman 1 Voluntary Recall" at the top of the page for more information.

Product Description

This recall involves orange colored Wild Country "Ropeman 1" ascenders used in mountaineering and rock climbing. The recalled ascenders were manufactured in July 2022 and are marked with batch 05A0722. "ROPE MAN 1" and the batch number are printed in white on the side of the product.

Where was it sold?

REI and other specialty outdoor stores nationwide and online at www.wildcountry.com, www.backcountry.com, and www.campsaver.com from December 2022 through April 2024 for about $55.

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Quick Facts

Recall Number

24259

Impacted Units

About 7,700 (In addition, about 297 were sold in Canada)

Incidents/Injuries

None reported

Did you buy this?

Stop using the product immediately. Check the "Remedy" section for refund or repair instructions.

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