Petzl America Recalls Nomic and Ergonomic Ice Climbing Axes Due to Fall Hazard; Risk of Serious Injury or Death
USPetzl America Recalls Nomic and Ergonomic Ice Climbing Axes Due to Fall Hazard; Risk of Serious Injury or Death
Grund für den Rückruf / Gefahr
TranslatedThe ice axe shaft can break at the handle during use, posing a fall hazard, which can result in serious injury or death.
Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation
TranslatedThis recall involves the Petzl Nomic ice climbing axes (model U021AA00, serial numbers 17L 0000000 000 to 20F 9999999 999) and Ergonomic ice climbing axes (model U022AA00, serial numbers 18F 0000000 000 to 21L 9999999 999). The axes are made from an aluminum shaft, steel pick and reinforced plastic grip. Nomic axes are black and Ergonomic axes are orange. The serial number for both models is printed on a label on the upper portion of the shaft.
Betroffene Produkte
TranslatedNomic and Ergonomic Ice Climbing Axes
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Petzl-America-Recalls-Nomic-and-Ergonomic-Ice-Climbing-Axes-Due-to-Fall-Hazard-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death |
| Title | Petzl America Recalls Nomic and Ergonomic Ice Climbing Axes Due to Fall Hazard; Risk of Serious Injury or Death |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Updated_U021AA00-NOMIC_HighRes.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Nomic Ice Climbing Axe |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Updated_U022AA00-ERGONOMIC_HighRes.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Ergonomic Ice Climbing Axe |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/nomic-3.gif |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Location of serial number |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/nomic-4.gif |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Recalled Nomic and Ergonomic ice climbing axes |
| Hazards › Name | The ice axe shaft can break at the handle during use, posing a fall hazard, which can result in serious injury or death. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm has received 26 reports of the ice axe shafts breaking at the handle. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Nomic and Ergonomic Ice Climbing Axes |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 4,200 (In addition, about 1,160 were sold in Canada) |
| Recall I D | 10677 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ice axes and contact Petzl America for a free repair kit. Consumers should register at https://www.petzl.com/US/en/Sport/Contact?request=product-recall to request a pre-paid shipping label to return the shaft. Petzl America will send a repair kit with a new shaft, hardware for the grip rest and assembly instructions. |
| Importers › Name | Petzl America, Inc., of Salt Lake City, Utah |
| Retailers › Name | REI, Moosejaw Mountaineering and other specialty stores nationwide and online at petzl.com, REI.com and Backcountry.com from December 2017 through March 2022 for between $380 and $440. |
| Recall Date | 2026-03-26T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves the Petzl Nomic ice climbing axes (model U021AA00, serial numbers 17L 0000000 000 to 20F 9999999 999) and Ergonomic ice climbing axes (model U022AA00, serial numbers 18F 0000000 000 to 21L 9999999 999). The axes are made from an aluminum shaft, steel pick and reinforced plastic grip. Nomic axes are black and Ergonomic axes are orange. The serial number for both models is printed on a label on the upper portion of the shaft. |
| Recall Number | 26347 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Repair |
| Inconjunctions › U R L | https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/petzl-nomic-and-ergonomic-ice-axes-recalled-due-fall-hazard |
| Consumer Contact | Petzl America toll-free at 877-807-3805 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, email at Returns@petzl.com, or online at https://qr.petzl.com/a/recall-nomic and click on "Safety Recall" at the top of the page for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2026-03-27T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | France |
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 Petzl America Recalls Nomic and Ergonomic Ice Climbing Axes Due to Fall Hazard; Risk of Serious Injury or Death?
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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