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Head Rush Technologies Recalls TRUBLUE Speed Auto Belay Devices Due to Fall Hazard
Recalled Head Rush Technologies TRUBLUE Speed Auto Belay Device (12.5 Meter Version)
TRUBLUE Speed Auto Belay Devices
Recall Date: August 22nd, 2024
Units: About 220
Hazards: The auto belay device backup brake can fail to activate, posing a fall hazard and risk of serious injury or death.
Remedies: Repair
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.
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.
Images:
Recalled Head Rush Technologies TRUBLUE Speed Auto Belay Device (12.5 Meter Version)
Recalled Head Rush Technologies TRUBLUE Speed Auto Belay Device (16 Meter Version)
Location of Model Number and Serial Number
Consumer 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.Injuries:
The firm has received one incident report involving brake failure, causing the user to fall, resulting in a broken ankle.
Manufacturers:
Head Rush Technologies, of Louisville, Colorado
Retailers:
Online at www.headrushtech.com from May 2017 through July 2021 for between $2,800 and $2,900.
