# Photon Climbing Carabiners and Quickdraws Recalled Due to Risk of Injury
> **CPSC recall** · 2011-04-21 · 11201 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 11201
- **Date:** 2011-04-21
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Photon carabiners, Photon and Mach Express quickdraws

## Hazards

The carabiner gate may open under a heavy load, posing a risk of serious injury or death if the climber falls.

## Remedies

Refund

## 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.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Photon-Climbing-Carabiners-and-Quickdraws-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury)
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