Wild Country SUPERLIGHT ROCK recalled due to corrosion risk
Oberalp SpA is recalling the Wild Country SUPERLIGHT ROCK due to a risk of injuries from potential corrosion that can reduce the holding force. This corrosion may occur when the product is exposed to high salt concentrations and humid climates over time.
- Brand
- Wild Country
- Product
- SUPERLIGHT ROCK
- Batch codes
- 5033286020672, 5033286020689, 5033286020696, 5033286020702, 5033286020719, 5033286020726, 5033286020733
- Retailer
- Oberalp SpA
- What to do
- Customers should stop using the product and follow the instructions to get a new product from Wild Country product recall.
Oberalp SpA has announced a recall of the Wild Country SUPERLIGHT ROCK climbing gear. The recall is due to a safety concern where the product may corrode if exposed to high salt concentrations or humid conditions for a long time. This corrosion can significantly diminish the product's holding strength, which could lead to serious injuries for climbers using it.
The affected products include various models of the Superlight Rock, identified by barcodes 5033286020672, 5033286020689, 5033286020696, 5033286020702, 5033286020719, 5033286020726, and 5033286020733. There are approximately two units affected in the Republic of Ireland.
Consumers who have purchased this product are advised to stop using it immediately. They should follow the instructions provided by Wild Country to obtain a replacement product. For further details, customers can visit the Wild Country product recall page or contact their support via email.
From the official notice
Notice details Publication date: 5 April 2023 Oberalp SpA is carrying out a recall of Wild Country SUPERLIGHT ROCK. The risk presented by the product is injuries. When the product is exposed to high salt concentrations and/or humid climate with saline atmosphere for an extended period of time corrosion may occur. This corrosion can significantly reduce the holding force therefore becoming dangerou…
Read the full notice at Competition & Consumer Protection Commission →
Frequently asked questions
Is SUPERLIGHT ROCK being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. Oberalp SpA is recalling the Wild Country SUPERLIGHT ROCK due to a risk of injuries from potential corrosion that can reduce the holding force. This corrosion may occur when the product is exposed to high salt concentrations and humid climates over time.
Why is SUPERLIGHT ROCK being recalled?
The recall relates to a other hazard. Oberalp SpA is recalling the Wild Country SUPERLIGHT ROCK due to a risk of injuries from potential corrosion that can reduce the holding force. This corrosion may occur when the product is exposed to high salt concentrations and humid climates over time.
What should I do if I have this product?
Customers should stop using the product and follow the instructions to get a new product from Wild Country product recall.
Which batches of SUPERLIGHT ROCK are affected?
The affected batch codes are: 5033286020672, 5033286020689, 5033286020696, 5033286020702, 5033286020719, 5033286020726, 5033286020733.
Where was SUPERLIGHT ROCK sold?
It was sold via Oberalp SpA.
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