GTHI Recalls Ice Tools Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)
What was recalled
This recall involves Trango Raptor ice tools used for mountain climbing. The ice tools have a blue and black shaft, measure approximately 19 inches tall and weigh about 1.4 lbs. They have an ice pick at the end of a curved shaft and rubber handle. The words "raptor" and "TRANGO" are written in white letters on the handle of the shaft.
Hazard
The head of the ice tool can detach from the shaft, posing a fall hazard to climbers.
Injuries
The firm has received two reports of the head of the ice tool detaching from the shaft. No injuries have been reported.
Made in
South Korea
Where it was sold
- Authorized GTHI dealers and outdoor specialty stores nationwide and online at www.trango.com from October 2015 through February 2016 for about $175.
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