Black Diamond is recalling approximately 185,000 nylon runners because some units contain a tape splice where two cut ends were joined by masking tape instead of being properly sewn. This manufacturing defect causes the runner to fail under normal weight, posing a risk of death or serious injury. These runners were sold in various colors including red, blue, gold, green, gray, and purple and were available at outdoor specialty stores like REI and Backcountry.com between January 2014 and February 2016. Consumers can receive a free replacement after inspecting their product.
A nylon runner containing a tape splice will break during normal use because the masking tape cannot support the load of a climber. This can result in a complete system failure, leading to a fall from height and potential death or serious injury.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled nylon runners, inspect for the presence of a tape splice and contact Black Diamond for instructions on obtaining a free replacement nylon runner.
Tape splice in the nylon runner
Black Diamond Nylon Runners
Warning label on the nylon runners
Warning label on the nylon runners
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response