Omega Pacific Recalls Carabiners Due to Risk of Injury or Death

Active Recall Announced November 21, 2017 CPSC #18041

Quick answer

Omega Pacific Recalls Carabiners Due to Risk of Injury or Death is CPSC recall #18041, announced on November 21, 2017. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves six models of Omega Pacific G-FIRST series aluminum carabiners. They are typically used to allow ropes and harnesses to be linked together. "Omega-17 UL Classified USA" is printed on the front and "Meets NFPA 1983 17ED MBS kN 40 G" statement is located on the back side. The 2-digit lot code "OD" is embedded on the bottom side of the carabiner spine. They were sold individually in silver, black and red colors. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled carabiners and contact omega pacific to receive a free replacement or a full refund.. Affected brand: Omega Pacific Inc..

Hazard

This recall involves six models of Omega Pacific G-FIRST series aluminum carabiners. They are typically used to allow ropes and harnesses to be linked together. "Omega-17 UL Classified USA" is printed on the front and "Meets NFPA 1983 17ED MBS kN 40 G" statement is located on the back side. The 2-digit lot code "OD" is embedded on the bottom side of the carabiner spine. They were sold individually in silver, black and red colors.

Affected products

Carabiners

Recalled brands

Omega Pacific Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled carabiners and contact Omega Pacific to receive a free replacement or a full refund.

Recall date

November 21, 2017

Categories

Carabiners

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #18041?

CPSC recall #18041 covers Omega Pacific Recalls Carabiners Due to Risk of Injury or Death, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on November 21, 2017. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves six models of Omega Pacific G-FIRST series aluminum carabiners. They are typically used to allow ropes and harnesses to be linked together. "Omega-17 UL Classified USA" is printed on the front and "Meets NFPA 1983 17ED MBS kN 40 G" statement is located on the back side. The 2-digit lot code "OD" is embedded on the bottom side of the carabiner spine. They were sold individually in silver, black and red colors.

What is the remedy for recall #18041?

The CPSC remedy for recall #18041 is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled carabiners and contact omega pacific to receive a free replacement or a full refund.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Omega Pacific Recalls Carabiners Due to Risk of Injury or Death on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Omega-Pacific-Recalls-Carabiners-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury-or-Death. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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