Omega Pacific Recalls Carabiners Due to Risk of Injury or Death
Recall 18041 · Nov 21, 2017 · Omega Pacific
1,900
units affected
1,900
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 18041
- Date
- Nov 21, 2017
- Company
- Omega Pacific
- Units affected
- 1,900
- Product
- Carabiners
- Remedy
- Refund, Replacement
- Hazard
- Injury
The product
This recall involves six models of Omega Pacific G-FIRST series aluminum carabiners. They are typically used to allow ropes and harnesses to be linked together. "Omega-17 UL Classified USA" is printed on the front and "Meets NFPA 1983 17ED MBS kN 40 G" statement is located on the back side. The 2-digit lot code "OD" is embedded on the bottom side of the carabiner spine. They were sold individually in silver, black and red colors.
What can happen
The carabiner can break while in use, posing a risk of injury or death to the user.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled carabiners and contact Omega Pacific to receive a free replacement or a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported
- Sold at
- Arizona Hiking Shack, Atlantic Diving Supply, Austin Canoe & Kayak, Columbus Supply, Dvbe Supply, Evac Systems, General Factory/WD Supply, Lafco Outillage, The Rescue Source, Witmer Associates (Firestone) stores nationwide and online at omega.com from February 2017 through October 2017 for...
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled carabiners?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled carabiners and contact Omega Pacific to receive a free replacement or a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The carabiner can break while in use, posing a risk of injury or death to the user.
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.