Head Rush Technologies Recalls TRUBLUE Speed Auto Belay Devices Due to Fall Hazard
Recall 24347 · Aug 22, 2024 · Head Rush Technologies
220
units affected
220
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 24347
- Date
- Aug 22, 2024
- Company
- Head Rush Technologies
- Units affected
- 220
- Product
- TRUBLUE Speed Auto Belay Devices
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Falls
The product
This recall involves Head Rush Technologies TRUBLUE Speed Auto Belay Devices, 12.5m and 16m versions. The device enables climbers to safely descend after a speed climbing event. The device is gray with blue handles, the 12.5m version has black webbing handgrip above the carabiner, and the 16m version has blue webbing handgrip. The model TRUBLUE Speed TBSD150-20 and serial number are on a label located on the handle. The auto belay devices have a serial number within the serial number range: TBSD00098 through TBSD01180.
What can happen
The auto belay device backup brake can fail to activate, posing a fall hazard and risk of serious injury or death.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled auto belay devices and contact Head Rush Technologies for a free inspection and repair. Head Rush Technologies is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received one incident report involving brake failure, causing the user to fall, resulting in a broken ankle.
- Sold at
- Online at www.headrushtech.com from May 2017 through July 2021 for between $2,800 and $2,900.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled trublue speed auto belay devices?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled auto belay devices and contact Head Rush Technologies for a free inspection and repair. Head Rush Technologies is contacting all known purchasers directly.
What is the hazard?
The auto belay device backup brake can fail to activate, posing a fall hazard and risk of serious injury or death.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.