Petzl GYM Climbing Harness

Name of Product:

Petzl GYM, PANDION and PANJI climbing harnesses

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:

Repair

Recall Date:

September 12, 2024

Units:

About 22,000 (In addition, about 5,800 were sold in Canada)

Description:

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.

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.

Incidents/Injuries:

There has been one report of a user in the United States suffering serious injuries from a fall.

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.

Importer(s):

Petzl America, Inc., of Salt Lake City, Utah

Manufactured In:

Malaysia

Recall number:

24-358

Source and more images: CPSC