Petzl America Recalls GYM, PANDION and PANJI Climbing Harnesses Due to Fall Hazard
The recalled harness can be put on backwards and the rope or carabiner can be attached to a non-weight-bearing leg loop elastic band, placing the user at risk of falling from height and sustaining serious injury,…
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- Date
- 2024-09-12
- Country
- United States
- Brand
- Petzl
- Product
- Petzl GYM, PANDION and PANJI climbing harnesses
- Units
- About 22,000 (In addition, about 5,800 were sold in Canada)
- Category
- Sports & outdoor
- Source
- CPSC
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