Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Last verified: August 22, 2024

Product Description

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.

Hazard

The auto belay device backup brake can fail to activate, posing a fall hazard and risk of serious injury or death.

Reported Injuries

The firm has received one incident report involving brake failure, causing the user to fall, resulting in a broken ankle..

What You Should Do

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.

Manufacturer Contact

Head Rush Technologies collect at 720-565-6885 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, email at [email protected], or online at https://info.headrushtech.com/hubfs/Product_Recalls/2024_TRUBLUESpeed_Limited_Recall.pdf or www.headrushtech.com and click on the "Recall" banner for more information.

Recall Details

Units sold: About 220

Sold at: Online at www.headrushtech.com from May 2017 through July 2021 for between $2,800 and $2,900.

Manufactured by: Head Rush Technologies, of Louisville, Colorado

Country of origin: United States

Source

This recall information is sourced from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Recall date: August 22, 2024. CPSC Recall Number: 24347.