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Joss Rock Climbing Cam Units Recalled by Sierra Trading Post Due to a Fall Hazar...

Published: November 10, 2012Recall ID: 12038Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

The recalled cams can fail unexpectedly after being set, posing a fall hazard.

Product Description & Identification

The Joss cam is a mechanical device placed in the crack of a rock to support a climber's weight. The cam is operated by a trigger that retracts the aluminum lobes, allowing the device to be placed and secured in the crack of a rock. A cable is attached to the device with a heavy duty nylon sling attached to the end of the cable. Joss cams come in eight sizes and each cam is marked with the size (.5 to 4). The sling on the end features solid horizontal blocks of color (yellow, orange, purple, red, green and blue) indicating size. The "Cassin" logo is also printed on a tag attached to the sling. The Sierra Trading Post item numbers associated with this recall are #69277 and #69278. These numbers can be found on the original packaging label or order invoice.

Affected Products

Joss rock climbing cam

Additional Source Details

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U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Joss-Rock-Climbing-Cam-Units-Recalled-by-Sierra-Trading-Post-Due-to-a-Fall-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-by-Sierra-Trading-Post
TitleJoss Rock Climbing Cam Units Recalled by Sierra Trading Post Due to a Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively by Sierra Trading Post
Images › 1 › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2012.12038.12038a.jpg
Images › 2 › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2012.12038.12038b.jpg
Hazards › NameThe recalled cams can fail unexpectedly after being set, posing a fall hazard.
Injuries › NameOne incident reported in Europe. No deaths or injuries reported in the U.S.
Products › NameJoss rock climbing cam
Products › TypeMountain Climbing
Products › Category I D68308
Products › Number Of UnitsAbout 1,280
Recall I D915
Remedies › NameConsumers should stop using the product and return it to Sierra Trading Post for a full refund including shipping.
Importers › NameSierra Trading Post, of Cheyenne, Wy.
Retailers › NameSierra Trading Post nationwide from August 2003 through March 2006 for $3 to $32.
Recall Date2012-11-10T00:00:00
DescriptionThe Joss cam is a mechanical device placed in the crack of a rock to support a climber's weight. The cam is operated by a trigger that retracts the aluminum lobes, allowing the device to be placed and secured in the crack of a rock. A cable is attached to the device with a heavy duty nylon sling attached to the end of the cable. Joss cams come in eight sizes and each cam is marked with the size (.5 to 4). The sling on the end features solid horizontal blocks of color (yellow, orange, purple, red, green and blue) indicating size. The "Cassin" logo is also printed on a tag attached to the sling. The Sierra Trading Post item numbers associated with this recall are #69277 and #69278. These numbers can be found on the original packaging label or order invoice.
Recall Number12038
Manufacturers › NameCassin Sri, of Italy
Remedy Options › OptionRefund
Consumer ContactFor additional information contact Sierra Trading Post at (800) 713-4534 between 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or email the company at customerservice@sierratradingpost.com
Last Publish Date2016-04-21T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › CountryItaly

Overview

  • Recalling FirmCassin Sri, of Italy
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