Salewa North America Recalls Wild Country Climbing Harnesses Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)
USSalewa North America Recalls Wild Country Climbing Harnesses Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)
Motivo del Retiro / Peligro
TranslatedExcess materials on the left waist belt tab can cause the harness to loosen, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Descripción del Producto e Identificación
TranslatedThis recall applies to all Wild Country Syncro harnesses sold in the United States. The harness has a black nylon exterior and orange interior. "Wild Country" and "Syncro" is printed on a label affixed to the interior, above batch code: 01 A 01 16.
Productos Afectados
TranslatedWild Country Syncro Harnesses
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Salewa-North-America-Recalls-Wild-Country-Climbing-Harnesses |
| Title | Salewa North America Recalls Wild Country Climbing Harnesses Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert) |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/WildCountrySyncroHarness.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Wild Country Syncro Harness |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/BatchCode.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Batch Code on Recalled Wild Country Syncro Harness |
| Hazards › Name | Excess materials on the left waist belt tab can cause the harness to loosen, posing a fall hazard to the user. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm has received one report of the harness loosening. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Wild Country Syncro Harnesses |
| Products › Type | Mountain Climbing |
| Products › Category I D | 68308 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 70 |
| Recall I D | 7843 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled harnesses and contact Salewa North America for a full refund. |
| Retailers › Name | Alpenglow Adventure Sports, Climb UP LLC, Rock Fitness, UNLTD, and Wilderness Exchange stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and other websites from April 2016 through June 2016 for about $110. |
| Recall Date | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall applies to all Wild Country Syncro harnesses sold in the United States. The harness has a black nylon exterior and orange interior. "Wild Country" and "Syncro" is printed on a label affixed to the interior, above batch code: 01 A 01 16. |
| Distributors › Name | Salewa North America Inc., of Boulder, Colo. |
| Recall Number | 16771 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Refund |
| Consumer Contact | Salewa North America toll-free at 844-412-7013 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or online at www.wildcountry.com and click on the "Product Recall" link located at the bottom of the page. |
| Last Publish Date | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
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 Salewa North America Recalls Wild Country Climbing Harnesses Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)?
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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