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Petzl America Recalls Belay Devices Due to Fall Hazard

Recall 11-314 · August 30, 2011 · Petzl

What to doConsumers should stop use of the affected GRIGRI 2s immediately, and contact Petzl America for a replacement.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
11-314 (CPSC)
Recall date
August 30, 2011
Brand
Petzl
Category
Other consumer products
Products
GRIGRI 2 belay device with assisted braking
Hazard
Fall Hazard
Hazard type
Falls and tip-overs
Units
About 18,000 in the United States and about 2,000 in Canada
Made in
France
Last updated by CPSC
July 8, 2016

What was recalled

The GRIGRI 2 belay device is used by rock climbers to control the climber's safety rope during a fall or while being lowered on the rope. The first five digits of the serial numbers of devices affected by this recall range from 10326 to 11136. The serial number is engraved on the body of the product underneath and protected by the folded handle. The belay devices are 4 inches in length and 2 inches in width, and come in grey, blue, and orange colors.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • GRIGRI 2 belay device with assisted braking · About 18,000 in the United States and about 2,000 in Canada units

Photos from the recall notice

Petzl America Recalls Belay Devices

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Sports and recreation stores in the U.S. and Canada from February 2011 to June 2011 for about $95.; Petzl SAS, of Crolles, France; Petzl America Inc., of Clearfield, Utah.

Injuries or incidents reported

Seven devices worldwide, including one in the U.S., were returned after the users noticed that the handle could become stuck in the open position. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Petzl America at (800) 932-2978 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or visit http://www.petzl.com/us/outdoor/us/recall-replacement-grigri-2

Recall history and context

Petzl appears in 11 CPSC recalls on record. See all Petzl recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

GRIGRI 2 belay device with assisted braking (About 18,000 in the United States and about 2,000 in Canada units). The GRIGRI 2 belay device is used by rock climbers to control the climber's safety rope during a fall or while being lowered on the rope.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Fall Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should stop use of the affected GRIGRI 2s immediately, and contact Petzl America for a replacement.

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