Product Safety Information Notice on Petzl ASTRO Guide Harness
The Petzl ASTRO Guide Harness is being recalled due to a defect at the gated opening attachment point, which presents a risk of injuries, including strangulation or falling from a height. This affects several versions of the harness with specific serial numbers. Customers should stop using the product immediately and inspect their harness.
- Brand
- Petzl
- Product
- ASTRO Guide Harness
- Batch codes
- C083AA00, C083AA01, C083AA02, C083BA00, C083BA01, C083BA02, C083BA03, C083BA04, C083BA05, C085AA00, C085AA01, C085AA02, All serial numbers up to 23J 0000000 000 included
- What to do
- Customers should stop using the product immediately and inspect their harness.
The Petzl ASTRO Guide Harness has been identified as having a safety issue that could lead to serious injuries. The defect is located at the gated opening attachment point, which may result in life-threatening situations for users, such as strangulation or falls from heights. This recall affects specific models of the harness, including the ASTRO BOD FAST and ASTRO SIT FAST, with all serial numbers up to 23J 0000000 included in the recall.
Approximately 134 units of the affected harnesses are in circulation in the Republic of Ireland. Consumers are advised to stop using the harness immediately and inspect it for the green sticker inside the plasticized label located within the belt. If the harness has this sticker, it has been inspected and is safe for use. Harnesses with serial numbers beyond 23J 0000000 do not require inspection as they are from newer stock with compliant parts.
For further assistance, customers can reach out to Petzl directly via email at aftersales@petzl.co.uk. It is crucial for users to take this recall seriously to ensure their safety while using the harness.
From the official notice
Notice details Publication date: 3 May 2024 A safety issue has been identified with Petzl ASTRO Guide Harness. The product presents a risk of injuries due to a defect on the gated opening attachment point of the harness. This could result in a life-threatening situation for the user such as a risk of death due to strangulation or falling from a height. The brand is Petzl. Further details in relati…
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Frequently asked questions
Is ASTRO Guide Harness being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. The Petzl ASTRO Guide Harness is being recalled due to a defect at the gated opening attachment point, which presents a risk of injuries, including strangulation or falling from a height. This affects several versions of the harness with specific serial numbers. Customers should stop using the product immediately and inspect their harness.
Why is ASTRO Guide Harness being recalled?
The recall relates to a strangulation hazard. The Petzl ASTRO Guide Harness is being recalled due to a defect at the gated opening attachment point, which presents a risk of injuries, including strangulation or falling from a height. This affects several versions of the harness with specific serial numbers. Customers should stop using the product immediately and inspect their harness.
What should I do if I have this product?
Customers should stop using the product immediately and inspect their harness.
Which batches of ASTRO Guide Harness are affected?
The affected batch codes are: C083AA00, C083AA01, C083AA02, C083BA00, C083BA01, C083BA02, C083BA03, C083BA04, C083BA05, C085AA00, C085AA01, C085AA02, All serial numbers up to 23J 0000000 000 included.
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