Product recalls
Petzl Recalls: 9 CPSC Recalls Since 2010
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced 9 recalls involving Petzl products since 2010, the most recent on May 14, 2026. Each recall below shows what was recalled, the hazard, the model numbers and what to do. Always check the official notice: a recall can cover only some models, colours or production dates.
All Petzl recalls
Petzl America Recalls ASTRO BOD FAST, ASTRO SIT FAST and CANYON GUIDE Harnesses Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fall Hazard
Hazard: The recalled harness' D-ring can release, allowing the attachment point to open, posing a risk of serious injury or death from a fall hazard.
Remedy: Consumers, operators and work-at-height professionals should stop using the recalled harnesses immediately and contact Petzl America at Aftersales_US@petzl.com for a free replacement D ring kit.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · May 14, 2026
Petzl America Recalls ASTRO BOD FAST, ASTRO SIT FAST and CANYON GUIDE Harnesses Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fall Hazard
- Recall number
- 26488
- Units
- About 29,300 (In addition, about 4,900 were sold in Canada)
- Hazard
- The recalled harness' D-ring can release, allowing the attachment point to open, posing a risk of serious injury or death from a fall hazard.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves Petzl harnesses. The recalled harnesses were intended to be used by operators and work-at-height professionals. Serial numbers are printed on a label inside the harnesses' waist belt. All harnesses are offered in black with a yellow accent, except C083BA03, C083BA04 and C083BA05, which are offered in black. Only Petzl harnesses with the following model and serial number range are included in the recall: Name of Harness Model Number Serial Number Range ASTRO BOD FAST (European Version) C083AAOO, C083AA01, C083AA02 Less than 23J 9999999 999 ASTRO BOD FAST (International Version) C083BA00, C083BA01, C083BA02, C083BA03, C083BA04, C083BA05 Less than 23J 9999999 999 ASTRO SIT
- Remedy
- Consumers, operators and work-at-height professionals should stop using the recalled harnesses immediately and contact Petzl America at Aftersales_US@petzl.com for a free replacement D ring kit.
- Sold at
- GME Supply Co., Access Rules and Ropeworks for resale from March 2018 (Astro) and March 2020 (Canyon Guide) through October 2023 for about $680 (Astro Bod Fast), $450 (Astro Sit Fast) and $330 (Canyon Guide) harness.
- Company
- Petzl America, Inc., Salt Lake City, Utah
- Contact
- Petzl America toll-free at 877-807-3805 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. MT, Monday through Friday, email at Aftersales_US@petzl.com, or online at https://qr.petzl.com/a/safetyalert-astro-canyon or www.petzl.com and click on "Safety Alerts" for more information.
Petzl America Recalls SIMBA and SWAN EASYFIT Harnesses Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fall Hazard
Hazard: The recalled harnesses are missing rivets in the FAST LT PIN-LOCK buckles, causing the buckles to open, posing a risk of serious injury or death from a fall hazard.
Remedy: Consumers and operators should stop using and selling the recalled harnesses immediately and contact Petzl America at Aftersales_US@petzl.com for a free replacement harness.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · May 14, 2026
Petzl America Recalls SIMBA and SWAN EASYFIT Harnesses Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fall Hazard
- Recall number
- 26487
- Units
- About 1,270 (In addition, about 220 were sold in Canada)
- Hazard
- The recalled harnesses are missing rivets in the FAST LT PIN-LOCK buckles, causing the buckles to open, posing a risk of serious injury or death from a fall hazard.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves Petzl harnesses sold individually and in packs of five. Serial numbers are printed on plastic cards on the interior of the harnesses. All harnesses are offered in gray/orange color combinations. Harnesses included in the recall include: Recalled Harness Name Harness Serial Number/Size SIMBA CLIMBING C065BA00 (single) / C065BA01 (pack of 5) SIMBA PARK C065AA00 (single) / C065AA01 (pack of 5) SWAN EASYFIT STEEL C062AA00 (single) / C062AA01 (pack of 5) SWAN EASYFIT STAINLESS C062BA00 (single) / C062BA01 (pack of 5) SWAN EASYFIT STEEL and SWAN EASYFIT STAINLESS are harnesses designed for adventure parks. The SIMBA models are designed for children between 110 and 160 cm tall.
- Remedy
- Consumers and operators should stop using and selling the recalled harnesses immediately and contact Petzl America at Aftersales_US@petzl.com for a free replacement harness.
- Sold at
- The PAD Climbing Gym stores nationwide and resellers online at Karst Sports.com and Peak Trading.com from May 2023 through November 2025 for about $130 (SIMBA) and from July 2021 through November 2025 for about $280 (SWAN).
- Company
- Petzl America, Inc., Salt Lake City, Utah
- Contact
- Petzl America toll-free at 877-807-3805 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. MT, Monday through Friday, email at Aftersales_US@petzl.com or online at https://qr.petzl.com/a/safety-simba-swan or Recall Petzl SIMBA and SWAN Harnesses or www.petzl.com and click on "Safety Alerts" for more information.
Petzl America Recalls Nomic and Ergonomic Ice Climbing Axes Due to Fall Hazard; Risk of Serious Injury or Death
Hazard: The ice axe shaft can break at the handle during use, posing a fall hazard, which can result in serious injury or death.
Remedy: 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 p…
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · March 26, 2026
Petzl America Recalls Nomic and Ergonomic Ice Climbing Axes Due to Fall Hazard; Risk of Serious Injury or Death
- Recall number
- 26347
- Units
- About 4,200 (In addition, about 1,160 were sold in Canada)
- Hazard
- The ice axe shaft can break at the handle during use, posing a fall hazard, which can result in serious injury or death.
- What was recalled
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Sold at
- 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.
- Company
- Petzl America, Inc., of Salt Lake City, Utah
- 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.
Petzl America Recalls GYM, PANDION and PANJI Climbing Harnesses Due to Fall Hazard
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, including paraplegia or death.
Remedy: Consumers and operators of climbing gyms, adventure parks, search and rescue operations, and adventure guide companies should immediately stop using the recalled harnesses and contact Petzl America for a free repair.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · September 12, 2024
Petzl America Recalls GYM, PANDION and PANJI Climbing Harnesses Due to Fall Hazard
- Recall number
- 24358
- Units
- About 22,000 (In addition, about 5,800 were sold in Canada)
- 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, including paraplegia or death.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves three Petzl climbing harnesses: the GYM harness (Model No. C032AA00), the PANDION harness (Model Nos. C029AA00 and C029AA01), and the PANJI harness (Model No. C028AA00). The recalled harnesses were used by operators of climbing gyms, adventure parks, guide companies, and consumers. Serial numbers are printed on a label inside the harnesses. Recalled Harnesses Serial Numbers GYM harness (Model C032AA00) 18319xxxxxx through 19264xxxxxx, 19Jxxxxxxxxxx through 24Axxxxxxxxxx PANDION harness (Model C029AA00) 18321xxxxxx through 19264xxxxxx 19Jxxxxxxxxxx through 24Axxxxxxxxxx PANDION harness (Model C029AA01) 1827xxxxxx through 19262xxxxxx, 19Jxxxxxxxxxx through 23Axxxxxxxxxx PA
- Remedy
- Consumers and operators of climbing gyms, adventure parks, search and rescue operations, and adventure guide companies should immediately stop using the recalled harnesses and contact Petzl America for a free repair.
- Sold at
- Online and in stores at KarstSports, PeakTrading, Backcountry, OmniProGear, Moosejaw and other outdoor equipment stores from January 2019 through May 2024 for between $59.95 and $69.95.
- Company
- Petzl America, Inc., of Salt Lake City, Utah
- Contact
- Petzl America, Inc. 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://www.petzl.com/US/en/Operators/safety-alerts or www.petzl.com/US/en/Operators at the top of the page for more information.
Petzl Recalls PIRANA Descender Canyoneering Devices Due to Drowning Risk
Hazard: The user's rope can get caught or wedged in the PIRANA blocking slot and stop or suspend the climber, posing a drowning risk if they are under a waterfall or pool.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PIRANA descender devices and contact Petzl for a full refund, including shipping. Consumers will be provided a postage-paid label to return their recalled descender.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · March 2, 2022
Petzl Recalls PIRANA Descender Canyoneering Devices Due to Drowning Risk
- Recall number
- 22091
- Units
- About 3,450 (In addition, about 177 were sold in Canada)
- Hazard
- The user's rope can get caught or wedged in the PIRANA blocking slot and stop or suspend the climber, posing a drowning risk if they are under a waterfall or pool.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves the Petzl PIRANA descender, an aluminum adjustable friction descender device for canyoneering. The descender has three rope installation options that allow the user to select the degree of friction before initiating a descent. A friction spur allows the user to increase braking power during descent. A plastic ring keeps the connector positioned to facilitate rope installation while the device is connected to the harness. The descender comes in orange (D005AA00) and black (D005AA01) with serial numbers ranging between 19 F 0000000 000 and 22 A 9999999 999. Serial numbers are located on the frame of the product.
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PIRANA descender devices and contact Petzl for a full refund, including shipping. Consumers will be provided a postage-paid label to return their recalled descender.
- Sold at
- REI, Karst Sports, Backcountry.com, www.petzl.com, and other websites and outdoor stores nationwide from July 2019 through January 2022 for about $39.
- Company
- Petzl America, Inc., Salt Lake City, Utah
- Contact
- Petzl 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 www.petzl.com/US/en/Sport/recalls or www.petzl.com and click on "Sport, Customer Service, Safety Alerts" and select "PIRANA Descender recall" for more information.
Petzl Recalls Lanyards with Carabiners Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death
Hazard: The carabiner's gate automatic closing system can malfunction, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the user.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lanyards and contact Petzl for a full refund, including shipping. Consumers will be provided a postage-paid label to return their recalled lanyard.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · February 9, 2022
Petzl Recalls Lanyards with Carabiners Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death
- Recall number
- 22072
- Units
- About 230 (In addition, about 22 were sold in Canada)
- Hazard
- The carabiner's gate automatic closing system can malfunction, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the user.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves Petzl Scorpio Eashook lanyards with aluminum carabiners at the end of two retractable polyethylene arms. The lanyard, designed for via ferrata and adventure park use, supports up to 264 pounds. It measures about 30 inches un-retracted, about 43 inches extended and the short arm length is about 14 inches. SCORPIO is printed on the gray zippered pouch that contains the energy absorber. Petzl is printed on the gray zipper pouch attached to the lanyard and a serial number ranging from 21A 0000000 000 through 21I 9999999 999 is printed on a white tag in that gray zipper pouch.
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lanyards and contact Petzl for a full refund, including shipping. Consumers will be provided a postage-paid label to return their recalled lanyard.
- Sold at
- Mountain Gear, Omni Progear, Ouray Mountain Sports, Moosejaw Mountaineering, Backcountry Gear Ltd. and boutique shops nationwide and online at www.petzl.com from January 2021 through February 2022 for about $180.
- Company
- Petzl America LLC, Salt Lake City, Utah
- Contact
- Petzl 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 www.petzl.com/US/en/Sport/recalls or www.petzl.com and click on "Sport, Customer Service, Safety Alerts" and select "Scorpio Eashook Lanyard Recall" for more information.
Petzl Recalls Safety Ropes Due to Fall and Injury Hazard
Hazard: The rope can have a deep cut or tape securing two ends of rope together, which can cause the rope to fail, posing fall and injury hazards to the user.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ropes and inspect the rope for a deep cut or tape connecting two ends of rope together, and if either is found, contact Petzl America for instructions on receiving a …
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · September 30, 2020
Petzl Recalls Safety Ropes Due to Fall and Injury Hazard
- Recall number
- 20194
- Units
- About 14,850 (In addition, about 2,500 were sold in Canada)
- Hazard
- The rope can have a deep cut or tape securing two ends of rope together, which can cause the rope to fail, posing fall and injury hazards to the user.
- What was recalled
- The recalled low-stretch kernmantle ropes are designed for professional use, including work-at-height use, difficult access, technical rescue and industrial applications; and for recreational use, including climbing, caving and mountaineering. The ropes have a nylon core and polyester sheath material. Only ropes with serial numbers ranging between 18 C 0000000 000 and 20 H 0000000 000 are included in the recall. The recalled rope models include: Axis 11mm rope (white, yellow, black, blue, red and orange) available in 150, 200, 600 and 1200 feet. Model Numbers R074AA00 - R074AA27. Parallel 10.5mm (white, yellow, black, blue, red and orange), available in 50, 100, 200 and 500 meters. Model Num
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ropes and inspect the rope for a deep cut or tape connecting two ends of rope together, and if either is found, contact Petzl America for instructions on receiving a free replacement rope.
- Sold at
- GME Supply, Karst Sports and industrial and recreational stores nationwide, and online at www.gmesupply.com and www.Karstsports.com from March 2018 through July 2020 for between $200 and $1,200.
- Company
- Petzl America Inc., of Salt Lake City, Utah
- Contact
- Petzl America toll-free at 877-807-3805 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, email at safetynotices@petzl.com, or online at www.petzl.com and select Professional or Sport then click on Customer Service/Security Alerts located at the top of the page for more information.
Petzl America Recalls Belay Devices Due to Fall Hazard
Hazard: Excessive force on the handle can cause it to become stuck in the open position. When stuck open, the assisted braking function is disabled, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Remedy: Consumers should stop use of the affected GRIGRI 2s immediately, and contact Petzl America for a replacement.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · August 30, 2011
Petzl America Recalls Belay Devices Due to Fall Hazard
- Recall number
- 11314
- Units
- About 18,000 in the United States and about 2,000 in Canada
- Hazard
- Excessive force on the handle can cause it to become stuck in the open position. When stuck open, the assisted braking function is disabled, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
- What was recalled
- The GRIGRI 2 belay device is used by rock climbers to control the climber's safety rope during a fall or while being lowered on the rope. The first five digits of the serial numbers of devices affected by this recall range from 10326 to 11136. The serial number is engraved on the body of the product underneath and protected by the folded handle. The belay devices are 4 inches in length and 2 inches in width, and come in grey, blue, and orange colors.
- Remedy
- Consumers should stop use of the affected GRIGRI 2s immediately, and contact Petzl America for a replacement.
- Sold at
- Sports and recreation stores in the U.S. and Canada from February 2011 to June 2011 for about $95.
- Company
- Petzl SAS, of Crolles, France, Petzl America Inc., of Clearfield, Utah
- Contact
- For additional information, contact Petzl America at (800) 932-2978 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or visit http://www.petzl.com/us/outdoor/us/recall-replacement-grigri-2
Petzl America Recalls Scorpio and Absorbica Safety Lanyards due to Fall Hazard
Hazard: Some lanyards are missing a safety stitch on the attachment loop, which can cause the lanyard to disconnect from the climbing harness, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the lanyards and contact Petzl America Inc. for a free inspection and replacement of any non-conforming products.
· Official CPSC notice (opens in a new tab)
Product recall · July 12, 2011
Petzl America Recalls Scorpio and Absorbica Safety Lanyards due to Fall Hazard
- Recall number
- 11276
- Units
- About 375,000 units worldwide
- Hazard
- Some lanyards are missing a safety stitch on the attachment loop, which can cause the lanyard to disconnect from the climbing harness, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
- What was recalled
- This recall affects all Scorpio and Absorbica lanyards manufactured before May 2011. Scorpio: Affected Scorpio lanyards manufactured between 2002 and 2005 are model numbers L60 and L60 CK. These are yellow and blue, Y-shaped lanyards with yellow stitching on both ends. They are connected by a metal O-ring to one end of a blue pouch which contains the tear-webbing shock absorber. The pouch has a tag on it with the word "PETZL" in white letters. The other end of the blue pouch has a blue and yellow webbing attachment loop that connects to the climbing harness. Affected Scorpio lanyards manufactured between 2005 and 2011 are model numbers L60 2, L60 2CK, L60 H, L60 WL. These are red, Y-shaped l
- Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the lanyards and contact Petzl America Inc. for a free inspection and replacement of any non-conforming products.
- Sold at
- Authorized Petzl dealers nationwide and in Canada from January 2002 through May 2011 for $75 to $220.
- Company
- Petzl America Inc., of Clearfield, Utah
- Contact
- For additional information, contact Petzl America Inc. at (877) 740-3826 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT, Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.petzl.com
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls database, updated weekly. Recalls are matched to brands by the company and product names in each notice; if you think a recall is listed here by mistake, please tell us.