Joss Rock Climbing Cam Units Recalled by Sierra Trading Post Due to a Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively by Sierra Trading Post
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2012-11-10 · 12038
Hazards
The recalled cams can fail unexpectedly after being set, posing a fall hazard.
Recall
Number
12038
Date
2012-11-10
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Joss rock climbing cam
Remedies
Options
Refund
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Cassin Sri, of Italy
Retailer(s)
Sierra Trading Post nationwide from August 2003 through March 2006 for $3 to $32.
Importer(s)
Sierra Trading Post, of Cheyenne, Wy.
Country of manufacture
Italy
Description
The Joss cam is a mechanical device placed in the crack of a rock to support a climber's weight. The cam is operated by a trigger that retracts the aluminum lobes, allowing the device to be placed and secured in the crack of a rock. A cable is attached to the device with a heavy duty nylon sling attached to the end of the cable. Joss cams come in eight sizes and each cam is marked with the size (.5 to 4). The sling on the end features solid horizontal blocks of color (yellow, orange, purple, red, green and blue) indicating size. The "Cassin" logo is also printed on a tag attached to the sling. The Sierra Trading Post item numbers associated with this recall are #69277 and #69278. These numbers can be found on the original packaging label or order invoice.