Critical Alert
Petzl America Recalls Nomic and Ergonomic Ice Climbing Axes Due to Fall Hazard; Risk of Serious Injury or Death
This recall is associated with reported fatalities. Consumers should take immediate action.
Source: CPSC
CriticalRecall #26347
Petzl America Recalls Nomic and Ergonomic Ice Climbing Axes Due to Fall Hazard; Risk of Serious Injury or Death
Petzl America, Inc., of Salt Lake City, Utah · Nomic and Ergonomic Ice Climbing Axes
Product Description
This recall involves the Petzl Nomic ice climbing axes (model U021AA00, serial numbers 17L 0000000 000 to 20F 9999999 999) and Ergonomic ice climbing axes (model U022AA00, serial numbers 18F 0000000 000 to 21L 9999999 999). The axes are made from an aluminum shaft, steel pick and reinforced plastic grip. Nomic axes are black and Ergonomic axes are orange. The serial number for both models is printed on a label on the upper portion of the shaft.
Hazard
The ice axe shaft can break at the handle during use, posing a fall hazard, which can result in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ice axes and contact Petzl America for a free repair kit. Consumers should register at https://www.petzl.com/US/en/Sport/Contact?request=product-recall to request a pre-paid shipping label to return the shaft. Petzl America will send a repair kit with a new shaft, hardware for the grip rest and assembly instructions.
Repair
Reported Injuries
The firm has received 26 reports of the ice axe shafts breaking at the handle. No injuries have been reported.
411 Press Analysis
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a recall of Nomic and Ergonomic Ice Climbing Axes on March 26, 2026, affecting about 4,200 (in addition, about 1,160 were sold in canada). The firm has received 26 reports of the ice axe shafts breaking at the handle. No injuries have been reported. The CPSC has classified this as a serious safety hazard. Consumers who own this product should stop using it immediately and schedule a free repair. Petzl America, Inc., of Salt Lake City, Utah is the responsible party for this recall. The CPSC urges consumers to check their homes for this product and take action without delay. Full recall details and consumer contact information are available on the CPSC website.
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