Critical Alert
Wichard Groupe North America Recalls Courant Spliced Kalimba Climbing Ropes Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fall Hazard
The CPSC record for this recall reports no injuries. Consumers should stop using this product and follow the recall remedy.
Source: CPSC
CriticalRecall #26675
Wichard Groupe North America Recalls Courant Spliced Kalimba Climbing Ropes Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fall Hazard
Courant, of Angers, France · Courant Spliced Kalimba Climbing Ropes
Product Description
This recall involves Courant Spliced Kalimba climbing ropes with part numbers MH730JZC045 (45m length) lollipop color, MH730JZC050 (50m length), lollipop color MH730JZC060 (60m length) lollipop color, MH730MCC045 (45m length) bubblegum color, MH730MCC050 (50m length) bubblegum color, and MH730MCC060 (60m length) bubblegum color, as well as any additional spliced Kalimba ropes spliced under Courant splicing protocols prior to June 15, 2026. The ropes are designed for tree climbing and pruning and are commonly used by arborists. Each rope can be identified by the brand name, part number, type (diameter) and length listed on the tag attached to the rope ends.
Hazard
The spliced termination ends on the recalled ropes can fail unexpectedly, posing a risk of serious injury or death from fall hazard.
Remedy
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 will be offered one of two free replacement options; one with immediate availability and the other with availability beginning mid-September.
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Reported Injuries
The firm has received three reports of splices failing. No injuries have been reported.
411 Press Analysis
Courant, of Angers, France is recalling about 1,050 units of Courant Spliced Kalimba Climbing Ropes. The CPSC announced this recall on August 6, 2026. The spliced termination ends on the recalled ropes can fail unexpectedly, posing a risk of serious injury or death from fall hazard. The CPSC’s incident record for this recall states that no injuries have been reported. Consumers are urged to stop use immediately and receive a free replacement. Anyone who has experienced problems with this product should file a report with the CPSC at SaferProducts.gov in addition to contacting the manufacturer.
This recall appears in: Fall & Tip-Over Hazards.
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