Ice Tools recalled over fall hazard

Recall date

September 27, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

GTHI Recalls Ice Tools Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall number

16773

Sold / distributed

Authorized GTHI dealers and outdoor specialty stores nationwide and online at www.trango.com from October 2015 through February 2016 for about $175.

Why it was recalled

The head of the ice tool can detach from the shaft, posing a fall hazard to climbers.

What was recalled

This recall involves Trango Raptor ice tools used for mountain climbing. The ice tools have a blue and black shaft, measure approximately 19 inches tall and weigh about 1.4 lbs. They have an ice pick at the end of a curved shaft and rubber handle. The words "raptor" and "TRANGO" are written in white letters on the handle of the shaft.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ice tools and contact GTHI for a full refund or replacement. Owners of the recalled tools have been contacted directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.