CPSCJune 8, 2006

Full-Body Safety Harnesses Recalled for Fall Hazard

Full-Body Safety Harnesses Recalled for Fall Hazard

Why was Full-Body Safety Harnesses Recalled for Fall Hazard recalled?

The harnesses could fail during use, resulting in consumers falling from tree stands and suffering serious injuries or death.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled harnesses and contact the firm for a free replacement harness. Contact: For more information, contact Summit Treestands LLC at (800) 353-0634 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit www.harnessrecall2005.com or www.summitstands.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Safety Harnesses Sold with Hunting Tree Stands
Company
Summit Treestands LLC, of Decatur, Ala.
Quantity
About 106,000
Sold at
Sporting goods stores nationwide from June 2005 through May 2006 for between $200 and $300 for the tree stand, including the harness.
Recall date
June 8, 2006
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The harnesses are tan or light brown and were sold as an accessory with the following tree stands or ladders: Viper X5, Goliath X5, Razor X5, Summit 180o, Bushmaster X5, Broadhead Backpacker, Bullet Backpacker, Clearshot, Openshot, and MegaSampson. Only harnesses with "Manufactured in 2005," and "Made in China" printed on a label on the harness tether are included in this recall.

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