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Recalled PIRANA Descender
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Why it was recalled
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.
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SaferProducts.gov reports
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The official remedy
Remedy type: refund
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What to do
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.
Product and sales details
UnitsAbout 3,450 (In addition, about 177 were sold in Canada)
Made inFrance
Sold atREI, Karst Sports, Backcountry.com, www.petzl.com, and other websites and outdoor stores nationwide
Sales periodJuly 2019 – January 2022
PriceAbout $39
How to reach the firm
Phone
877-807-3805
8 a.m. to 4 p.m. MT Monday through Friday
Email
Returns@petzl.com
Recall page
www.petzl.com/US/en/Sport/recalls
Verify phone numbers, hours and web addresses on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.