Courant Spliced Kalimba Climbing Ropes Recalled Due to Fall Hazard Risk

Plain-English summary

Wichard Groupe North America is recalling approximately 1,050 Courant Spliced Kalimba climbing ropes. These ropes, which are used for tree climbing and pruning, may have spliced termination ends that can fail unexpectedly, posing a risk of serious injury or death from a fall hazard. The company has received three reports of splices failing, though no injuries have been reported.

The affected products include specific part numbers in lollipop and bubblegum colors, including MH730JZC045, MH730JZC050, MH730JZC060, MH730MCC045, MH730MCC050, and MH730MCC060. The recall also includes any additional spliced Kalimba ropes spliced under Courant splicing protocols prior to June 15, 2026. These ropes were sold at various retailers between January 2023 and June 2026.

Consumers should stop using the recalled ropes immediately. To receive a free replacement rope, consumers can contact Wichard Groupe North America at 401-683-5055 or visit https://www.wichardgroupe.us/news/post/recall-spliced-kalimba to complete a registration form. The company will provide a pre-paid shipping label for the return of the recalled product and offer one of two free replacement options.

The recalled product

Product

Courant Spliced Kalimba Climbing Ropes

Manufacturer

Courant, of Angers, France

Category

Consumer Product — Climbing Equipment

Hazard

• fall-hazard
• serious-injury
• death

Affected units

1,050

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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