Petzl GYM, PANDION and PANJI climbing harnesses Recall

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | September 10, 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 Summary
This recall involves Petzl GYM, PANDION, and PANJI climbing harnesses. The recall notice was published September 12, 2024, under Recall Number 24358. The importer is Petzl America, Inc., of Salt Lake City, Utah. The harnesses were used by operators of climbing gyms, adventure parks, guide companies, and consumers. Approximately 22,000 units were sold in the United States, and about 5,800 additional units were sold in Canada.

Affected Products
The recalled products are three models of Petzl climbing harnesses:

– GYM harness, Model No. C032AA00
– PANDION harness, Model Nos. C029AA00 and C029AA01
– PANJI harness, Model No. C028AA00

Serial numbers are printed on a label inside each harness. The recalled serial number ranges are:

– GYM harness (Model C032AA00): 18319xxxxxx through 19264xxxxxx; 19Jxxxxxxxxxx through 24Axxxxxxxxxx
– PANDION harness (Model C029AA00): 18321xxxxxx through 19264xxxxxx; 19Jxxxxxxxxxx through 24Axxxxxxxxxx
– PANDION harness (Model C029AA01): 1827xxxxxx through 19262xxxxxx; 19Jxxxxxxxxxx through 23Axxxxxxxxxx
– PANJI harness (Model C028AA00): 18326xxxxxx through 19253xxxxxx; 19Jxxxxxxxxxx and 23Jxxxxxxxxxx

The recalled harnesses 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.

Hazard Information
The recalled harness can be put on backwards, and 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. There has been one report of a user in the United States suffering serious injuries from a fall. No other injury information was provided in the recall notice.

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 and contact Petzl America for a free repair. Per the recall notice, the remedy is repair. No refund or replacement option is listed in the recall notice.

Official Remedy
The official remedy is a free repair provided by Petzl America. Consumers should contact the company to arrange for the repair. The recall notice does not describe the repair procedure in further detail.

Contact Information
Consumers may contact Petzl America, Inc. toll-free at 877-807-3805 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. MT, Monday through Friday. Consumers may also email Returns@petzl.com. Additional information is available online at https://www.petzl.com/US/en/Operators/safety-alerts or www.petzl.com/US/en/Operators at the top of the page. The CPSC recall page is located at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Petzl-America-Recalls-GYM-PANDION-and-PANJI-Climbing-Harnesses-Due-to-Fall-Hazard. A related Canadian recall notice is available at https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/petzl-gym-pandion-and-panji-harnesses-recalled-due-fall-hazard.

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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