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Salewa USA Recalls Wild Country Ropeman 1 Ascenders Due to a Failure to Ascend

Date: June 6, 2024
Company: REI and other specialty outdoor stores nationwide and online
Status: Ongoing
Source: CPSC

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Ropeman 1 ascenders, and contact Wild Country to coordinate return of the recalled product and shipment of a free replacement ascender. Consumers can also return the recalled Ropeman 1 ascenders to Wild Country directly or at any authorized Wild Country Dealer for a free replacement. Options: Replace

Affected Products

This recall involves orange colored Wild Country "Ropeman 1" ascenders used in mountaineering and rock climbing. The recalled ascenders were manufactured in July 2022 and are marked with batch 05A0722. "ROPE MAN 1" and the batch number are printed in white on the side of the product.

Why Was This Recalled?

The teeth of the recalled ascenders can fail to engage, making it difficult or impossible for the user to ascend.

Where Was This Sold?

Distribution information not available.

About REI and other specialty outdoor stores nationwide and online

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Data sourced from the CPSC. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report