CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The carabiner gate may open under a heavy load, posing a risk of serious injury or death if the climber falls.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • April 21, 2011

Photon Climbing Carabiners and Quickdraws Recalled Due to Risk of Injury

The Photon model carabiners are used by climbers as connectors and are sold individually or as components of the Photon Express and Mach Express quickdraw used as extenders to anchor a climber. The carabiners were sold in a variety of colors including green, yellow, silver and brown. The quickdraws use a white or black fabric strap with green, yellow or gray stitching and Photon carabiners attached at each end.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should stop using the recalled carabiners and quickdraws sold with carabiners immediately and contact CAMP USA to return the recalled products for a full refund.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact CAMP USA Inc. toll-free at (877) 421-2267 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.camp-usa.com

Recall Details

Sold At
Outdoor retail stores nationwide from February 2011 through March 2011 for between $8 and $12.
Injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Refund
Recall Number
11201

Product Information

Product Name
Photon carabiners, Photon and Mach Express quickdraws
Product Type
Mountain Climbing
Number of Units
About 15,500
Imported By
CAMP USA Inc., of Broomfield, Colo.
Manufactured In
China

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (877) 421-2267
Website www.camp-usa.com
Full Contact Information

For additional information, contact CAMP USA Inc. toll-free at (877) 421-2267 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.camp-usa.com