Porter Athletic Climbing Ropes
Description: This recall involves two models of Porter Athletic climbing ropes.Model number 00118 is a white soft dacron rope with vinyl boot end sold in 12', 16', 20' and 24' lengths. Model number 00119 is a white soft dacron rope with vinyl boot end and rubber knots every 12" sold in 12', 16', 20' and 24' lengths. [Learn More]
About 44 units were affected by this recall.
Climbing Ropes Recalled by Porter Athletic Due to Fall Hazard
Porter Athletic climbing ropes.
Porter Athletic Climbing Ropes Recall Information
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Recall Date | 05/17/2012 |
| Recall ID | 1192 |
| Recall Number | 12734 |
| Product Type | Mountain Climbing |
| Hazard | The climbing rope can slip through the clamp that connects at the top, posing a fall hazard for climbers. |
| Injuries | Porter has received three reports of the rope slipping through the clamp, including one that resulted in back and wrist injuries. |
| Remedy | Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled climbing ropes. Porter Athletic is repairing the recalled ropes at no cost. Shipping will be provided free of charge to the consumer. The firm is contacting customers directly. |
| Remedy Option | Repair |
| Contact | For more information, contact Porter Athletic toll-free at (888) 277-7778 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.porterathletic.com |
| Last Updated | 04/13/2016 |
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