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Outdoor & Sports/Camping & Hiking

Joss Rock Climbing Cam Units Recalled by Sierra Trading Post Due to a Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively by Sierra Trading Post

Agency Publication Date: November 10, 2012
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Summary

Sierra Trading Post has recalled about 1,280 Joss rock climbing cam units because they can fail unexpectedly after being set. These mechanical devices, used by climbers to support their weight in rock cracks, were sold in eight different sizes and are marked with the "Cassin" logo. While no injuries have been reported in the U.S., one incident occurred in Europe, leading to this safety recall. Consumers should immediately stop using these cams and return them to Sierra Trading Post for a full refund, which includes shipping costs.

Risk

The cams can fail to remain secure after being placed in a rock crack, which poses a serious fall hazard to climbers who are relying on the device for weight support. One failure incident has already been reported in Europe.

What You Should Do

  1. Immediately stop using all Joss rock climbing cams to prevent a potential fall.
  2. Identify your cam by checking the metal body for a size marking between .5 and 4, and looking for the 'Cassin' logo on the tag attached to the nylon sling.
  3. Check the color of the horizontal blocks on the nylon sling; affected sizes and colors include .5 (yellow), 1 (orange), 1.5 (purple), 2 (red), 2.5 (maroon/pink), 3 (green), 3.5 (teal), and 4 (blue).
  4. Verify the item number #69277 or #69278 on your original packaging label or order invoice from Sierra Trading Post.
  5. Return the affected cams to Sierra Trading Post to receive a full refund, including the cost of shipping.
  6. Contact Sierra Trading Post for return instructions at (800) 713-4534 between 5 a.m. and 10 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or email customerservice@sierratradingpost.com.
  7. For additional information or safety concerns, contact the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772.

Your Remedy Options

💰Full Refund

Consumers should stop using the product and return it to Sierra Trading Post for a full refund including shipping.

Contact: For additional information contact Sierra Trading Post at (800) 713-4534 between 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or email the company at customerservice@sierratradingpost.com

Affected Products

Product: Joss rock climbing cam unit (Size .5)
Model:
#69277
#69278
Date Ranges: August 2003 - March 2006
Product: Joss rock climbing cam unit (Size 1)
Model:
#69277
#69278
Date Ranges: August 2003 - March 2006
Product: Joss rock climbing cam unit (Size 1.5)
Model:
#69277
#69278
Date Ranges: August 2003 - March 2006
Product: Joss rock climbing cam unit (Size 2)
Model:
#69277
#69278
Date Ranges: August 2003 - March 2006
Product: Joss rock climbing cam unit (Size 2.5)
Model:
#69277
#69278
Date Ranges: August 2003 - March 2006
Product: Joss rock climbing cam unit (Size 3)
Model:
#69277
#69278
Date Ranges: August 2003 - March 2006
Product: Joss rock climbing cam unit (Size 3.5)
Model:
#69277
#69278
Date Ranges: August 2003 - March 2006
Product: Joss rock climbing cam unit (Size 4)
Model:
#69277
#69278
Date Ranges: August 2003 - March 2006

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Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 12038
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Cassin Sri, of Italy
Sold By: Sierra Trading Post nationwide from August 2003 through March 2006 for $3 to $32.
Manufactured In: Italy
Units Affected: About 1,280
Distributed To: Nationwide
Importer: Sierra Trading Post, of Cheyenne, Wy.
Contact: For additional information contact Sierra Trading Post at (800) 713-4534 between 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or email the company at customerservice@sierratradingpost.com
Agency Last Updated: April 21, 2016

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