The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on August 6, 2026, that Wichard Groupe North America is recalling Courant Spliced Kalimba climbing ropes due to a fall hazard. Consumers should stop using the recalled ropes immediately and contact the company for a free replacement.
How to tell if you have it
- Courant Spliced Kalimba Climbing Ropes
- Part numbers MH730JZC045 (45m), MH730JZC050 (50m), MH730JZC060 (60m) in lollipop color
- Part numbers MH730MCC045 (45m), MH730MCC050 (50m), MH730MCC060 (60m) in bubblegum color
- Any additional spliced Kalimba ropes spliced under Courant protocols prior to June 15, 2026
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled ropes immediately and contact Wichard Groupe North America for a free replacement rope, including shipping. Consumers will be asked to complete the registration form at https://www.wichardgroupe.us/news/post/recall-spliced-kalimba to receive a pre-paid shipping label and instructions for returning the recalled product. Consumers can contact Wichard Groupe North America at 401-683-5055 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at safety@wichardgroupe.us or online.
The hazard
According to the CPSC, the spliced termination ends on the recalled ropes can fail unexpectedly, posing a risk of serious injury or death from fall hazard. The firm has received three reports of splices failing. No injuries have been reported.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show other recent recalls of similar products include Sauna360 Tylö Halmstad and Kiruna Hybrid Saunas Recall: Bench Collapse Fall Hazard (2025-10-23), Petzl Nomic and Ergonomic Ice Climbing Axes Recall: Fall Hazard Risk of Serious Injury (2026-03-26), and PandaEar Portable Hook-On Chairs Recall: Fall Hazard Risk of Serious Injury (2026-05-21).