
Wichard Groupe North America recalled 1,050 Courant Spliced Kalimba climbing ropes after three splice failures. Free replacement offered with immediate or September delivery.
More than 1,000 climbing ropes are being recalled after reports of splice failures that could cause falls, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said Thursday.
Wichard Groupe North America recalled about 1,050 Courant Spliced Kalimba Climbing Ropes. The ropes are used for tree climbing and pruning, often by arborists.
The recall covers ropes in 45m and 50m lengths, plus a 60m version. Colors include lollipop and bubblegum. Also included are any additional Kalimba ropes spliced under Courant protocols before June 15.
The spliced terminations can fail without warning, the CPSC said. Three reports of splices failing have been received. No injuries have been reported.
The ropes were sold from January 2023 through June 2024 by Vertical Supply Group, Arbsession, RBI Corporation and nationwide retailers. Prices ranged from $250 to $350.
Consumers should stop using the recalled ropes immediately. Wichard Groupe North America is offering free replacement ropes. One option is available right away. Another will ship starting in mid-September.
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