TRUBLUE iQ and TRUBLUE iQ+ Auto Belays Recall

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 19, 2026

📌 Recall Notice

Product: TRUBLUE iQ and TRUBLUE iQ+ Auto Belays

Brand: Head Rush Technologies, of Louisville, Colorado

Hazards: Fall Hazard

What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.

Official US CPSC Recall Notice
Recall #10186 |
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Recall Summary

Product TRUBLUE iQ and TRUBLUE iQ+ Auto Belays
Brand Head Rush Technologies, of Louisville, Colorado
Category Consumer Goods
Recall Number 10186
Hazard Fall Hazard
Units Affected Not specified
Recall Date February 27, 2025
Remedy Contact manufacturer
Country 🇺🇸 United States

Recall Summary

This recall involves TRUBLUE iQ and TRUBLUE iQ+ Auto Belay Devices manufactured by Head Rush Technologies, of Louisville, Colorado. The recall was announced on February 27, 2025, and is identified by CPSC Recall Number 25165. The auto belay devices enable climbers to safely descend while climbing. The firm has received 109 reports of incidents of slow retraction, including one injury involving the auto belay not retracting, resulting in a fractured leg.

Affected Products

The recalled products are TRUBLUE iQ and TRUBLUE iQ+ Auto Belay Devices. The TRUBLUE iQ is gray with blue handles and a gray sash on the front cover. The TRUBLUE iQ+ has an added catch-and-hold brake on the front. The LT versions of the iQ and iQ+ have blue tags above the blue webbing hand grip; the XL versions have a purple tag. The recalled auto belay devices have a serial number printed on the device’s handle and on the bottom of the device, within the following serial number ranges:

– TRUBLUE iQ LT (Model TBiQ LT, 12.5m): Serial numbers iQ0041591 through iQ0044486
– TRUBLUE iQ+ LT (Model TBiQ+ LT, 12.5m): Serial numbers iQP000401 through iQP000422
– TRUBLUE iQ XL (Model TBiQ XL, 20m): Serial numbers iQXL01283 through iQXL03425
– TRUBLUE iQ+ XL (Model TBiQ+ XL, 20m): Serial numbers iQXLP0104 through iQXLP0215

Approximately 410 units are affected. The devices were sold online at www.headrushtech.com from May 2023 through December 2024 for between $2,800 and $4,600. The manufacturer is Head Rush Technologies, of Louisville, Colorado. The country of manufacture is the United States.

Hazard Information

The recalled auto belay device can fail to retract, posing a fall hazard and risk of serious injury or death. As stated in the recall notice, the firm has received 109 reports of incidents of slow retraction, including one injury involving the auto belay not retracting, resulting in a fractured leg.

Consumer Action Required

Consumers should immediately stop using recalled auto belay devices and contact Head Rush Technologies for a free onsite inspection and repair.

Official Remedy

The official remedy is a free onsite inspection and repair provided by Head Rush Technologies.

Contact Information

Consumers may contact Head Rush Technologies collect at 720-565-6885 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday. Consumers may also email the firm at info@headrushtech.com. Additional information is available online at https://info.headrushtech.com/hubfs/Product_Recalls/SA-0005-v01-en.pdf, or by visiting www.headrushtech.com and clicking on the “Recall” banner for more information.

Recall Timeline

  • **February 27, 2025** – Recall announced by CPSC (Source)
  • **Current** – Consumers advised to stop using product
  • **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I identify the recalled TRUBLUE iQ and TRUBLUE iQ+ Auto Belays?

A: Check the model and serial number on your product against the official recall notice (#10186).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled TRUBLUE iQ and TRUBLUE iQ+ Auto Belays?

A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product and follow the recall instructions.

Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled TRUBLUE iQ and TRUBLUE iQ+ Auto Belays?

A: Contact the manufacturer using the information in the recall notice.

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Consumers should refer to the original recall notice
for complete details and official instructions.




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