CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The vertical rails at the front of these crampons can break, which could result in falls and injuries to consumers.
CPSC, Montrail Inc. Announce Recall of Crampons; Products Used for Ice Climbing and Mountaineering
The recall includes models I354, I356, and K364 sold under brand names I.C.E. 9 and Khumbu. The recall includes products with UPC numbers beginning with 619120036 and ending with 204, 211, 464, or 457. These model and UPC numbers are listed only on the packaging, but not on the products themselves.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using these crampons immediately and contact Montrail to find out how to return them and for further recall details.
Contact Information
Contact Montrail toll-free at (800) 826-1598 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PST Monday through Friday.
Recall Details
Sold At
Outdoor equipment retailers nationwide, from September 2003 through Feb. 1, 2005, for between $135 and $185.
Injuries
Montrail has received three reports of crampons breaking. No injuries were reported.
Manufacturer
Montrail Inc., of Seattle, Wash.
Recall Number
05134
Product Information
Product Name
Crampons (used for ice climbing and mountaineering)
Product Type
Climbing Equipment
Number of Units
969 pairs
Manufacturer Name
Montrail Inc., of Seattle, Wash.
Manufactured In
South Korea