Wild Country Ropeman 1 ascenders Recall

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | August 23, 2026

📌 Recall Notice

Product: Wild Country Ropeman 1 ascenders

Brand: Wild

Hazards: Safety Risk

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

Official US CPSC Recall Notice
Recall #9967 |
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Recall Summary

Product Wild Country Ropeman 1 ascenders
Brand Wild
Category Consumer Goods
Recall Number 9967
Hazard Safety Risk
Units Affected Not specified
Recall Date June 06, 2024
Remedy Contact manufacturer
Country 🇺🇸 United States

Recall Summary

The Salewa USA recall involves Wild Country “Ropeman 1” ascenders used in mountaineering and rock climbing. The recall notice was published on June 6, 2024, as Recall Number 24259. The recalled ascenders are orange colored and were manufactured in July 2022. They are marked with batch number 05A0722. The words “ROPE MAN 1” and the batch number are printed in white on the side of the product.

The importer is Salewa USA LLC, of Boulder, Colorado. The product was manufactured in Taiwan. The recall notice states that approximately 7,700 units were sold in the United States, and approximately 297 additional units were sold in Canada. No injuries have been reported.

Affected Products

The affected product is the Wild Country Ropeman 1 ascender. This is a rope ascender used in mountaineering and rock climbing. The recalled units are orange in color and were manufactured in July 2022. The batch number 05A0722 is printed on the side of the product along with “ROPE MAN 1” in white lettering.

The recalled ascenders were sold at REI and other specialty outdoor stores nationwide and online at www.wildcountry.com, www.backcountry.com, and www.campsaver.com from December 2022 through April 2024. The retail price was about $55.

Hazard Information

According to the recall notice, the teeth of the recalled ascenders can fail to engage, making it difficult or impossible for the user to ascend. The recall notice does not report any injuries associated with this issue.

Consumer Action Required

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Ropeman 1 ascenders. Consumers should contact Wild Country to coordinate the return of the recalled product and to arrange for shipment of a free replacement ascender. Consumers may also return the recalled Ropeman 1 ascenders to Wild Country directly or to any authorized Wild Country Dealer for a free replacement.

Official Remedy

The official remedy is a free replacement ascender. Consumers may receive a replacement by contacting Wild Country and arranging for return of the recalled product. Consumers may also return the recalled product to Wild Country directly or to an authorized Wild Country Dealer.

Contact Information

Wild Country can be contacted toll-free at 844-412-7013 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday. Consumers may also email Wild Country at Ropeman1Recall@wildcountry.com.

Additional information is available online at https://www.wildcountry.com/en-us/product-recalls, or at https://www.wildcountry.com/en-us/ by clicking on “Ropeman 1 Voluntary Recall” at the top of the page.

For Canadian consumers, the recall notice includes a link to a related recall posting on the Government of Canada recall website: https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/wild-country-ropeman-1s-rope-clamp-recalled-due-potential-physical-hazard.

Not specified in the recall notice: any model number, UPC, or additional product identification beyond the orange color,

Recall Timeline

  • **June 06, 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 Wild Country Ropeman 1 ascenders?

A: Check the model and serial number on your product against the official recall notice (#9967).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Wild Country Ropeman 1 ascenders?

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 Wild Country Ropeman 1 ascenders?

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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