The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·16771·Announced 2016-08-31

Salewa Recalls Wild Country Syncro Climbing Harnesses Due to Fall Hazard

Salewa North America is recalling Wild Country Syncro climbing harnesses because excess materials on the waist belt tab can cause the harness to loosen, 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 (climbing harness) where a fall hazard is identified, but no injuries have been reported, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Salewa North America Inc. is recalling approximately 70 Wild Country Syncro climbing harnesses sold in the United States. The recall applies to harnesses with a black nylon exterior and orange interior, featuring "Wild Country" and "Syncro" printed on a label above batch code 01 A 01 16. These products were manufactured in China.

The recall is being issued because excess materials on the left waist belt tab can cause the harness to loosen, posing a fall hazard to the user. The company has received one report of the harness loosening, but no injuries have been reported.

The recalled harnesses were sold at Alpenglow Adventure Sports, Climb UP LLC, Rock Fitness, UNLTD, and Wilderness Exchange stores nationwide, as well as online at Amazon.com and other websites, from April 2016 through June 2016 for about $110. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled harnesses and contact Salewa North America toll-free at 844-412-7013 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or online at www.wildcountry.com, to receive a full refund.

The recalled product

Product
Wild Country Syncro Harnesses
Category
Consumer Product — Climbing Gear
Hazard
Affected units
70

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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