Petzl recalls Scorpio and Absorbica lanyards made before May 2011 due to a missing safety stitch that can cause disconnection from harnesses, risking falls. Consumers must stop using and return for free replacement.
Some lanyards are missing a safety stitch on the attachment loop, which can cause the lanyard to disconnect from the climbing harness, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Petzl is recalling Scorpio and Absorbica safety lanyards made before May 2011 because some have a missing safety stitch that can cause the lanyard to disconnect from a climbing harness, leading to falls. This affects climbers and outdoor enthusiasts who use these lanyards for safety.
The lanyards have a missing safety stitch on the attachment loop, which can cause the lanyard to disconnect from the climbing harness during use. This disconnection can lead to a fall, potentially causing serious injury or death.
Climbers and outdoor enthusiasts who own Scorpio or Absorbica lanyards made before May 2011 are most at risk. Those using these lanyards for climbing or safety purposes need immediate action.
Check for lanyards with model numbers L60, L60 CK (Scorpio, 2002-2005) or L60 2, L60 2CK, L60 H, L60 WL (Scorpio, 2005-2011) or L70150 I, L70150 IM, L70150 Y, L70150 YM, L57, L58, L58 MGO, L59, L59 MGO (Absorbica). They have specific colors, stitching, and pouch designs described in the recall.
Immediately stop using any Scorpio or Absorbica lanyards made before May 2011 as they can disconnect from harnesses, causing falls.
Contact Petzl America Inc. for a free inspection and replacement of non-conforming lanyards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the lanyards and contact Petzl America Inc. for a free inspection and replacement of any non-conforming products.
Scorpio lanyards made between 2002-2005 (model L60 and L60 CK) and 2005-2011 (models L60 2, L60 2CK, L60 H, L60 WL), and Absorbica lanyards with model numbers L70150 I, L70150 IM, L70150 Y, L70150 YM, L57, L58, L58 MGO, L59, L59 MGO.
Check for specific model numbers and design features: Scorpio lanyards have yellow/blue stitching and a blue pouch with a tag saying "PETZL" for older models, or red/grey pouch with black webbing for newer models. Absorbica lanyards have black zippered pouches with yellow trim and Petzl logo.
Immediately stop using it and contact Petzl America Inc. for a free inspection and replacement.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Petzl to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 720 — Petzl Scorpio and Absorbica Shock Absorbing Lanyards Hello, I own a Scorpio and Absorbica Shock Absorbing Lanyards that is covered by recall 720 from Petzl. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the lanyards and contact Petzl America Inc. for a free inspection and replacement of any non-conforming products. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
