Petzl Simba Park and Simba Climbing Harnesses recalled due to injury risk
Petzl is recalling Simba Park and Simba Climbing Harnesses due to a safety issue where a missing rivet on the FAST LT PIN-LOCK buckle could cause it to open accidentally, posing a risk of injury. Approximately 62 affected products are in the Republic of Ireland.
- Brand
- Petzl
- Product
- Simba Park and Simba Climbing Harnesses
- Batch codes
- C065BA00, C065BA01, C065AA00
- What to do
- Customers should stop using the product immediately and inspect their harness to verify the presence of the two rivets on the FAST LT PIN-LOCK buckle. Affected harnesses will be replaced at no charge.
Petzl has issued a recall for Simba Park and Simba Climbing Harnesses due to a safety concern. The issue arises from a missing rivet on the FAST LT PIN-LOCK buckle located on the back of the harness. This defect could cause the buckle to open unexpectedly, which may result in serious injury or even death while using the harness.
The affected products include the Simba Climbing Harness (C065BA00 for single and C065BA01 for a pack of 5) and the Simba Park Harness (C065AA00 for single and C065AA00 for a pack of 5). Approximately 62 of these harnesses are affected in the Republic of Ireland.
Consumers are advised to stop using the harnesses immediately and check for the presence of both rivets on the FAST LT PIN-LOCK buckle. If there are any concerns regarding the inspection, customers should reach out to Petzl's after-sales service for assistance. Affected harnesses will be replaced free of charge.
From the official notice
Notice details Publication date: 31 March 2026 A safety issue has been identified with Petzl Simba Park and Simba Climbing Harnesses. The risk reported to the CCPC is injury. On one harness, a missing rivet was discovered on the FAST LT PIN-LOCK buckle on the back of the harness. A missing rivet on this buckle could cause it to open accidentally, presenting a risk of serious injury or death when u…
Read the full notice at Competition & Consumer Protection Commission →
Frequently asked questions
Is Simba Park and Simba Climbing Harnesses being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. Petzl is recalling Simba Park and Simba Climbing Harnesses due to a safety issue where a missing rivet on the FAST LT PIN-LOCK buckle could cause it to open accidentally, posing a risk of injury. Approximately 62 affected products are in the Republic of Ireland.
Why is Simba Park and Simba Climbing Harnesses being recalled?
The recall relates to a injury hazard. Petzl is recalling Simba Park and Simba Climbing Harnesses due to a safety issue where a missing rivet on the FAST LT PIN-LOCK buckle could cause it to open accidentally, posing a risk of injury. Approximately 62 affected products are in the Republic of Ireland.
What should I do if I have this product?
Customers should stop using the product immediately and inspect their harness to verify the presence of the two rivets on the FAST LT PIN-LOCK buckle. Affected harnesses will be replaced at no charge.
Which batches of Simba Park and Simba Climbing Harnesses are affected?
The affected batch codes are: C065BA00, C065BA01, C065AA00.
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