Black Diamond Carabiners – Fall Hazard (2016)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Black Diamond Carabiners for Climbing
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
A manufacturer is recalling Black Diamond Carabiners for Climbing. The hazard is: The carabiner can unexpectedly open and allow the rope to become detached, posing a risk of injury o. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves 16 models of Black Diamond brand carabiners with manufacturing date codes between 4350 and 6018. "Black Diamond" or the Black Diamond logo is printed on the front of the carabiners. The manufacturing date code is printed on the side of the carabiners. All carabiner colors are included in the recall. They were sold individually or as part of a climbing gear set. The following carabiners are included in the recall: MINI PEARABINER SCREWGATE, POSITRON BENT CARABINER, OVAL CARABINER, NITRON STRAIGHT CARABINER, OVALWIRE CARABINER, NITRON BENT CARABINER, LIGHT D CARABINER, NEUTRINO CARABINER, HOTWIRE CARABINER, POSITRON SCREWGATE CARABINER, OZ CARABINER, NITRON SCREWGATE CARABINER, HOODWIRE CARABINER, ROCKLOCK SCREWGATE CARABINER, POSITRON STRAIGHT CARABINER VAPORLOCK SCREWGATE CARABINER
Reported concern (CPSC)
The carabiner can unexpectedly open and allow the rope to become detached, posing a risk of injury or death to climbers from a fall.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled carabineers and contact Black Diamond for instructions on inspecting and returning the product for a free replacement. Instructions are also available on the firm's website.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026