Petzl America recalls Nomic and Ergonomic ice climbing axes due to a shaft break risk that could cause a fatal fall. The recall involves specific serial ranges across two models and targets accessories sold through specialty retailers and online shops. Consumers should stop using the axes and pursue a free repair kit from Petzl America.
The ice axe shaft can break at the handle during use, posing a fall hazard, which can result in serious injury or death.
Petzl America toll-free at 877-807-3805 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, email at Returns@petzl.com, or online at https://qr.petzl.com/a/recall-nomic and click on "Safety Recall" at the top of the page for more information.. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ice axes and contact Petzl America for a free repair kit. Consumers should register at https://www.petzl.com/US/en/Sport/Contact?request=product-recall to request a pre-paid shipping label to return the shaft. Petzl America will send a repair kit with a new shaft, hardware for the grip rest and assembly instructions.. Available options: Repair
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Ice climbing axes are used for anchor setting and ice ascent. Nomic and Ergonomic are two models with different shaft colors.
Shaft failure at the handle can lead to a fall. The risk is serious given potential impact during climbing.
This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided data.
Impact on climbers who rely on axial strength; there is financial cost for repair and downtime.
Recall page: https://qr.petzl.com/a/recall-nomic and Petzl recall registration: https://www.petzl.com/US/en/Sport/Contact?request=product-recall
Repair kit with new shaft and hardware will be shipped after registration; exact timing not specified
Keep recall notices, records of registration, and shipping confirmations
Model U021AA00 Nomic ice axes, serial numbers 17L 0000000 000 to 20F 9999999 999. Model U022AA00 Ergonomic ice axes, serial numbers 18F 0000000 000 to 21L 9999999 999. Aluminum shaft, steel pick, reinforced plastic grip. Nomic axes are black; Ergonomic axes are orange. Serial label located on the upper shaft.
No incidents or injuries are referenced in the provided data.
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