Petzl GYM, PANDION and PANJI climbing harnesses Recall

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 19, 2026

📌 Recall Notice

Product: Petzl GYM, PANDION and PANJI climbing harnesses

Brand: Petzl

Hazards: Fall Hazard

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

Official US CPSC Recall Notice
Recall #10045 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product Petzl GYM, PANDION and PANJI climbing harnesses
Brand Petzl
Category Automotive
Recall Number 10045
Hazard Fall Hazard
Units Affected Not specified
Recall Date September 12, 2024
Remedy Contact manufacturer
Country 🇺🇸 United States

Recall Information Record
Database Entry ID: 10045
Recall Number: 24358
Date of Record: 2024-09-12

1. Recall Summary
Petzl America, Inc., of Salt Lake City, Utah, is recalling approximately 22,000 units of three models of climbing harnesses (GYM, PANDION, and PANJI). An additional 5,800 units were sold in Canada. The recall was initiated due to a fall hazard associated with the harnesses. The recall notice was published on September 12, 2024.

2. Affected Products
The recall involves the following Petzl climbing harness models and serial numbers. Serial numbers are printed on a label inside the harness.

– GYM Harness (Model No. C032AA00): Serial numbers 18319xxxxxx through 19264xxxxxx, and 19Jxxxxxxxxxx through 24Axxxxxxxxxx.
– PANDION Harness (Model Nos. C029AA00 and C029AA01):
– Model C029AA00: Serial numbers 18321xxxxxx through 19264xxxxxx, and 19Jxxxxxxxxxx through 24Axxxxxxxxxx.
– Model C029AA01: Serial numbers 1827xxxxxx through 19262xxxxxx, and 19Jxxxxxxxxxx through 23Axxxxxxxxxx.
– PANJI Harness (Model No. C028AA00): Serial numbers 18326xxxxxx through 19253xxxxxx, and 19Jxxxxxxxxxx and 23Jxxxxxxxxxx.

The recalled harnesses were used by operators of climbing gyms, adventure parks, guide companies, and consumers. They were sold online and in stores at KarstSports, PeakTrading, Backcountry, OmniProGear, Moosejaw, and other outdoor equipment stores from January 2019 through May 2024 for between $59.95 and $69.95. The harnesses were manufactured in Malaysia.

3. Hazard Information
The recalled harness can be put on backwards. If put on backwards, the rope or carabiner can be attached to a non-weight-bearing leg loop elastic band. This places the user at risk of falling from height and sustaining serious injury, including paraplegia or death. According to the recall notice, there has been one report of a user in the United States suffering serious injuries from a fall.

4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers and operators of climbing gyms, adventure parks, search and rescue operations, and adventure guide companies should immediately stop using the recalled harnesses. Consumers should contact Petzl America for a free repair.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy for this recall is a free repair. The specific nature of the repair is not specified in the recall notice.

6. Contact Information
Consumers can contact Petzl America, Inc. for more information by:
– Telephone: Toll-free at 877-807-3805 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. MT, Monday through Friday.
– Email: Returns@petzl.com
– Online: https://www.petzl.com/US/en/Operators/safety-alerts or www.petzl.com/US/en/Operators (at the top of the page).

Additional Information
– Injuries: Not specified in the recall notice beyond the one report of serious injuries from a fall.
– Retailers: Not specified in the recall notice beyond the list of retailers provided.
– Manufacturer: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Distributors: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Product UPCs: Not specified in the recall notice.

Recall Timeline

  • **September 12, 2024** – 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 Petzl GYM, PANDION and PANJI climbing harnesses?

A: Check the model and serial number on your product against the official recall notice (#10045).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Petzl GYM, PANDION and PANJI climbing harnesses?

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 Petzl GYM, PANDION and PANJI climbing harnesses?

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

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Disclaimer: Information on this page is summarized from official recall notices.
Reclia is a recall information database and does not conduct product testing, safety certification,
or independent investigations.

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




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