CPSC recall 12734
Porter Athletic Climbing Ropes
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2016-04-13
On 2016-04-13 the CPSC announced a recall of Porter Athletic Climbing Ropes by Porter Athletic A Division, citing the climbing rope can slip through the clamp that connects at the top, posing a fall hazard for climbers.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12734 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2012-05-17 |
| Published | 2016-04-13 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Porter Athletic A Division |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Porter Athletic Climbing Ropes | This recall involves two models of Porter Athletic climbing ropes.Model number 00118 is a white soft dacron rope with vinyl boot end sold in 12', 16', 20' and 24' lengths. Model number 00119 is a white soft dacron rope with vinyl boot end and rubber knots every 12" sold in 12', 16', 20' and 24' lengths.
Reason
The climbing rope can slip through the clamp that connects at the top, posing a fall hazard for climbers.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Climbing-Ropes-Recalled-by-Porter-Athletic-Due-to-Fall-Hazard
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