Published by Reclia Safety Desk | June 24, 2026
🚨 Recall Alert
Severity: 1/10
Product: Ice Axe
Brand: Ricoh
Hazards: Structural Failure
What to do: Follow manufacturer instructions. Remedy: Exchange
Case #00000035001 |
View original notice ->
📋 Recall Summary
| Product | Ice Axe |
| Brand | Ricoh |
| Manufacturer | リコー |
| Case Number | 00000035001 |
| Hazard | Structural Failure |
| Risk Level | 🟡 1/10 |
| Remedy | Exchange |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| Source | Official CAA Notice -> |
Recall Information Record
Case Number: 00000035001
Product: Ice Axe
Brand: Ricoh
Manufacturer: リコー
Hazards: Structural Failure
Risk Level: LOW RISK (1/10)
Remedy: Exchange
Country: Japan
Source: Japan Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA)
WHAT HAPPENED
**** Ricoh has recalled certain ice axes because the spike at the bottom can break off during use. This issue was discovered after reports of the metal failing under normal climbing conditions.
**** If the spike breaks while you’re on ice or snow, you could lose your grip and fall, leading to serious injury. Your safety depends on this tool holding up when you need it most.
**What to do:**
– Stop using your Ricoh ice axe immediately.
– Check the model number and recall case on the Consumer Affairs Agency website.
– Contact Ricoh for a free replacement or full refund.
– Do not attempt to repair the axe yourself.
AFFECTED PRODUCTS
アイスアックス
Brand: リコー
Manufacturer: リコー
HAZARD INFORMATION
Hazard: Structural Failure
Risk Level: LOW RISK
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
Consumers who own this product should follow the instructions in the official recall notice.
Remedy: Exchange
OFFICIAL SOURCE
View official Japan CAA recall notice ->
CONTACT INFORMATION
Contact the manufacturer or retailer directly.
📅 Recall Timeline
- **Current** – Recall listed by Japan Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA)
- **Ongoing** – Consumers advised to follow manufacturer instructions
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which Ricoh products are affected?
A: The recall affects Ice Axe. Check the official Japan CAA notice (Case #00000035001) for details.
Q: What is the hazard?
A: Hazards include: Structural Failure.
Q: What should I do?
A: Stop using the product as soon as possible. Follow the recall instructions. Remedy: Exchange. View official notice.
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Disclaimer: Information on this page is summarized from official Japan Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA) 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 Japan CAA notice for complete details and official instructions.