Petzl America is recalling about 22,000 GYM, PANDION, and PANJI climbing harnesses because they can be put on backwards. When worn incorrectly, a user may mistakenly attach their rope or carabiner to a non-weight-bearing elastic leg loop band instead of the designated attachment point. This defect has already resulted in one report of a serious injury from a fall in the United States. The recalled harnesses were sold at KarstSports, Backcountry, Moosejaw, and other outdoor equipment stores nationwide from January 2019 through May 2024. Consumers and operators of climbing gyms or adventure parks should immediately stop using these harnesses and contact Petzl America for a free repair.
The harness design allows it to be put on backwards, which may lead a user to clip into an elastic band that cannot support their weight. This poses a severe fall hazard that can result in serious injuries, including paraplegia or death. One individual in the U.S. has already reported sustaining serious injuries due to a fall while using this product.
Consumers and operators of climbing gyms, adventure parks, search and rescue operations, and adventure guide companies should immediately stop using the recalled harnesses and contact Petzl America for a free repair.
Serial numbers are printed on a label inside the harness.
Serial numbers are printed on a label inside the harness.
Serial numbers are printed on a label inside the harness.
Serial numbers are printed on a label inside the harness.
Recalled Petzl GYM Climbing Harness (Model No. C032AA00)
Recalled Petzl PANDION Climbing Harness (Model Nos. C029AA00 and C029AA01)
Recalled Petzl PANJI Climbing Harness (Model No. C028AA00)
Format of serial numbers located on a label inside of the recalled harnesses
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