The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·11201·Announced 2011-04-21

CAMP Photon Climbing Carabiners and Quickdraws Recalled for Injury Risk

CAMP USA is recalling Photon carabiners and quickdraws because the gate may open under heavy load, posing a risk of serious injury or death.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the hazard is serious injury or death, but no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

CAMP USA Inc. is recalling approximately 15,500 Photon carabiners, Photon Express quickdraws, and Mach Express quickdraws. These products are used by mountain climbers as connectors and extenders to anchor a climber. The carabiners were sold in green, yellow, silver, and brown, while the quickdraws feature white or black fabric straps with green, yellow, or gray stitching.

The recall was issued because the carabiner gate may open under a heavy load. This defect poses a risk of serious injury or death if a climber falls. The company has not reported any injuries or illnesses associated with the use of these products.

The recalled products were sold at outdoor retail stores nationwide from February 2011 through March 2011 for between $8 and $12. Consumers should stop using the recalled carabiners and quickdraws immediately and contact CAMP USA to return the products for a full refund. For more information, consumers can call CAMP USA toll-free at (877) 421-2267 or visit www.camp-usa.com.

The recalled product

Product
Photon carabiners, Photon and Mach Express quickdraws
Manufacturer
CAMP USA Inc., of Broomfield, Colo.
Category
Consumer Product — Climbing Gear
Hazard
Affected units
15,500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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