The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·14108·Announced 2014-02-20

Sterling Rope Recalls Sewn Cords Due to Fall Hazard

Sterling Rope Company is recalling specific sewn cord products because they may break at lower weights than published, posing a fall hazard.

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 (fall hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which corresponds to a High severity score of 3 per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Sterling Rope Company, Inc. is recalling specific models of sewn cord edge restraints, sewn eyes, and sewn loops. The recall involves the 8mm Aztek (AZ) Sewn Bound Loop Prusik, Aztek (AZ) Elite 8mm Edge Restraint, 8mm PER Sewn Eye, and 8mm Accessory Cord Sewn Eye. The products were sold through authorized Sterling Rope dealers in the United States and Canada from January 2013 through January 2014.

The recalled sewn cords may break at a lower weight than the published weight values, which poses a fall hazard. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall. Approximately 9,200 units were sold in the U.S. and 480 units in Canada.

Consumers should discontinue use of the recalled products immediately. They should contact Sterling Rope Company at (800) 788-7673 or visit www.sterlingrope.com to obtain a free replacement. The items may also be returned to an authorized Sterling Rope dealer to coordinate the free replacement.

The recalled product

Product
Sewn cord edge restraints, sewn eyes and sewn loops.
Manufacturer
Sterling Rope Company, Inc., of Biddeford, Maine
Category
Consumer Product — Climbing Gear
Hazard
Affected units
9,200

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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