Critical Alert
Head Rush Technologies Recalls TRUBLUE iQ Auto Belay Devices Due to Fall Hazard
This recall is associated with reported fatalities. Consumers should take immediate action.
Source: CPSC
CriticalRecall #24277
Head Rush Technologies Recalls TRUBLUE iQ Auto Belay Devices Due to Fall Hazard
Head Rush Technologies, of Louisville, Colorado · TRUBLUE iQ Auto Belay Devices
Product Description
This recall involves TRUBLUE iQ Auto Belay Devices, which enable climbers to safely descend while climbing. The TRUBLUE iQ is gray with blue handles and a gray sash on the front cover. The TRUBLUE IQ+ has an added catch-and-hold brake on the front. The LT versions of the iQ and iQ+ have blue tags above the blue webbing hand grip; the XL versions have a purple tag. The recalled auto belay devices have a serial number within the following serial number ranges printed on the device's handle, as well on the bottom of the device: Model Serial Number Range Mounting Height TRUBLUE iQ LT (12.5m) iQ0014492 through iQ0036407 <9m (29.5ft) TRUBLUE iQ XL (20m) iQXL01283 through iQXL02678 <17.5m (57.4ft) TRUBLUE iQ+ LT (12.5m) iQP00110 through iQP00161 <9m (29.5ft) TRUBLUE iQ+ LT (12.5m) iQP000164 through iQP000356 <9m (29.5ft) TRUBLUE iQ+ XL (20m) iQXLP0104 through iQXLP0182 <17.5m (57.4ft)
Hazard
The recalled auto belay device can fail to retract, posing a fall hazard and risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using recalled auto belay devices, and contact Head Rush Technologies for a free inspection and repair.
Repair
Reported Injuries
The firm has received 31 reports of incidents involving impaired retraction, including one consumer fall. No injuries have been reported.
411 Press Analysis
Head Rush Technologies, of Louisville, Colorado is recalling about 2,200 (in addition, about 254 were sold in canada) of TRUBLUE iQ Auto Belay Devices following reports of fatalities linked to the product. The CPSC announced this recall on June 20, 2024. The recalled auto belay device can fail to retract, posing a fall hazard and risk of serious injury or death. This is among the most serious recall classifications issued by the CPSC. Consumers are urged to stop use immediately and schedule a free repair. Anyone who has experienced problems with this product should file a report with the CPSC at SaferProducts.gov in addition to contacting the manufacturer.
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