CPSC, Wild Country Ltd. Announce Recall of Helium Carabiners
What was recalled
These are Wild Country-brand carabiners sold under the following model names: Helium Dyneema, Helium DYN QD 5 X 13, Helium Clean Wire, and Oxygen-Helium. They are marked with batch codes AAA, AAB, AAC, AAD, AAE, and AAF. "Wild Country" and the model name are written on the carabiners.
Hazard
The carabiner gate may come open under a heavy load, which will significantly reduce the strength of the carabiner. The carabiner could break if the climber falls, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the climber.
Injuries
None reported.
Made in
United Kingdom
Where it was sold
- Recreational sports stores nationwide, from April 2004 through July 2004, for between $11 and $25.
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