Photon Climbing Carabiners and Quickdraws Recalled Due to Risk of Injury
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2011-04-21 · 11201
Hazards
The carabiner gate may open under a heavy load, posing a risk of serious injury or death if the climber falls.
Recall
Number
11201
Date
2011-04-21
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Photon carabiners, Photon and Mach Express quickdraws
Remedies
Options
Refund
Companies
Retailer(s)
Outdoor retail stores nationwide from February 2011 through March 2011 for between $8 and $12.
Importer(s)
CAMP USA Inc., of Broomfield, Colo.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The Photon model carabiners are used by climbers as connectors and are sold individually or as components of the Photon Express and Mach Express quickdraw used as extenders to anchor a climber. The carabiners were sold in a variety of colors including green, yellow, silver and brown. The quickdraws use a white or black fabric strap with green, yellow or gray stitching and Photon carabiners attached at each end.