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Innopower Recalls Hawk Climbing Sticks Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: October 21, 2015 Initiated: October 21, 2015 #16015

Product Description

This recall includes 2014 and 2015 Hawk 2085 RAZOR 3PK (32 inches long), the 2085-1 RAZOR 1PK (32 inches long), and the 2015 Hawk 2084 RAZOR SHORTMAX 4PK (20 inches long) and 2084-1 RAZOR SHORTMAX 1PK (20 inches long) climbing sticks. The aluminum sticks, which have a gray finish, tie with nylon strap to tree trunks and provide steps for consumers to climb. Recalled steps have three rectangular holes cut in the bottom of them, which differentiate them from non-recalled steps, which have circular holes. Model 2085 and 2085-1 have two 32-inch long metal poles with steps and a tree V-bracket to contact the tree. Model 2084 and 2084-1 have two 20-inch long metal poles with steps and a tree V-bracket to contact the tree. The model number is on the black and gray sticker located on the back side of the vertical post.

Reason for Recall

Folding steps can bend or break during use, posing a fall hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the climbing sticks and contact Innopower for information on returning the folding steps for a free replacement.

Details

Units Affected
About 730

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall includes 2014 and 2015 Hawk 2085 RAZOR 3PK (32 inches long), the 2085-1 RAZOR 1PK (32 inches long), and the 2015 Hawk 2084 RAZOR SHORTMAX 4PK (20 inches long) and 2084-1 RAZOR SHORTMAX 1PK (20 inches long) climbing sticks. The aluminum sticks, which have a gray finish, tie with nylon strap to tree trunks and provide steps for consumers to climb. Recalled steps have three rectangular holes cut in the bottom of them, which differentiate them from non-recalled steps, which have circular holes. Model 2085 and 2085-1 have two 32-inch long metal poles with steps and a tree V-bracket to contact the tree. Model 2084 and 2084-1 have two 20-inch long metal poles with steps and a tree V-bracket to contact the tree. The model number is on the black and gray sticker located on the back side of the vertical post.. Units affected: About 730.
Why was this product recalled?
Folding steps can bend or break during use, posing a fall hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the climbing sticks and contact Innopower for information on returning the folding steps for a free replacement.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 21, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16015.