CPSC recall 17176
Vergo belay devices (climbing tool)
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2017-06-13
On 2017-06-13 the CPSC announced a recall of Vergo belay devices (climbing tool) by Great Trango Holdings Gthi, citing the handle on the Vergo belay device can loosen and cause the device's assisted braking capacity to malfunction, posing fall and injury hazards to climbers.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 17176 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2017-06-13 |
| Published | 2017-06-13 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Great Trango Holdings Gthi |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Vergo belay devices (climbing tool) | This recall involves Trango Vergo belay devices with batch numbers 16159 and 16195 printed on the side of the unit. The devices were sold in blue, gold, or purple and feature the word "VERGO" on the front plate of the unit. Belay devices are used with climbing ropes to protect the climber while climbing, to arrest a fall or while being lowered on the rope.
Reason
The handle on the Vergo belay device can loosen and cause the device's assisted braking capacity to malfunction, posing fall and injury hazards to 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/2017/GTHI-Recalls-Climbing-Belay-Devices
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