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Wiregate Carabiners, Solid Gate Carabiners, Locking Screwgate Carabiners

Injuries Hobby/sports equipment Serious risk

Wiregate Carabiners, Solid Gate Carabiners, Locking Screwgate Carabiners was recalled on 18 March 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0333/16. Injuries risk reported by Austria. A defect in the gate of the carabiner could cause the carabiner to fail or function incorrectly.

Photo of recalled product: Wiregate Carabiners, Solid Gate Carabiners, Locking Screwgate Carabiners
Alert NumberA12/0333/16
BrandBlack Diamond
CategoryHobby/sports equipment
Risk TypeInjuries
Notifying CountryAustria
Country of OriginUnited States
Model NumberLocking Screwgate Carabiners: Rocklock Screwgate, Positron Screwgate, Mini Pear Biner Screwgate, Vaporlock Screwgate, Nitron Screwgate., Solid Gate Carabiners: Positron, Nitron, "D", Oval., Wiregate Carabiners: Hotwire, Oz, Neutrino, Ovalwire , Hoodwire.
Published18 March 2016

Risk Description

A defect in the gate of the carabiner could cause the carabiner to fail or function incorrectly. As a consequence, the user could fall from a height. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Personal Protective Equipment Directive.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 03/02/2016

Product Description

Carabiner / quickdraw used for climbing to protect against falls from a height.

⚠️ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Wiregate Carabiners, Solid Gate Carabiners, Locking Screwgate Carabiners.

About this risk

This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.

Who is at risk?

All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.

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