GTHI Recalls Climbing Belay Devices Due to Fall and Injury Hazards
USGTHI Recalls Climbing Belay Devices Due to Fall and Injury Hazards
Grund für den Rückruf / Gefahr
TranslatedThe handle on the Vergo belay device can loosen and cause the device's assisted braking capacity to malfunction, posing fall and injury hazards to climbers.
Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation
TranslatedThis recall involves Trango Vergo belay devices with batch numbers 16159 and 16195 printed on the side of the unit. The devices were sold in blue, gold, or purple and feature the word "VERGO" on the front plate of the unit. Belay devices are used with climbing ropes to protect the climber while climbing, to arrest a fall or while being lowered on the rope.
Betroffene Produkte
TranslatedVergo belay devices (climbing tool)
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/GTHI-Recalls-Climbing-Belay-Devices |
| Title | GTHI Recalls Climbing Belay Devices Due to Fall and Injury Hazards |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Belay 1.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Trango Vergo Belay Device |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Belay 2.png |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Vergo belay device with the handle over-rotated. |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Purple Vero Belay Device.jpg |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Purple Vero Belay Device |
| Hazards › Name | The handle on the Vergo belay device can loosen and cause the device's assisted braking capacity to malfunction, posing fall and injury hazards to climbers. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm has received three reports of the belay device's handle over-rotating and braking malfunction. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Vergo belay devices (climbing tool) |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 2,600 (in addition, about 100 were sold in Canada) |
| Recall I D | 8076 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled devices and contact Trango for instructions on receiving a free replacement. |
| Retailers › Name | Authorized GTHI dealers and outdoor specialty stores nationwide and online at www.trango.com from October 2016 through April 2017 for about $90. |
| Recall Date | 2017-06-13T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves Trango Vergo belay devices with batch numbers 16159 and 16195 printed on the side of the unit. The devices were sold in blue, gold, or purple and feature the word "VERGO" on the front plate of the unit. Belay devices are used with climbing ropes to protect the climber while climbing, to arrest a fall or while being lowered on the rope. |
| Distributors › Name | Great Trango Holdings Inc. (GTHI), of Lafayette, Colo. |
| Recall Number | 17176 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Replace |
| Inconjunctions › U R L | http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2017/63574r-eng.php |
| Consumer Contact | Trango email at vergorecall@trango.com, or call 800-860-3653 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. MT, Monday through Friday, or online at www.trango.com and click on "Product Alerts" for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2017-06-13T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought GTHI Recalls Climbing Belay Devices Due to Fall and Injury Hazards?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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