CPSC recall 21101
Beal Birdie Belay Devices
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2021-03-24
On 2021-03-24 the CPSC announced a recall of Beal Birdie Belay Devices by Beal Sas, citing the device user can be unable to lower the climber, posing a risk of injury to the climber.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 21101 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2021-03-24 |
| Published | 2021-03-24 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Beal Sas |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Beal Birdie Belay Devices | The Beal Birdie Belay Device is used by rock climbers. Belay devices are used with climbing ropes to protect the climber while climbing, to arrest a fall or while being lowered on the rope. The Beal Birdie Belay Device was sold in three colors: Orange handle, Blue handle or Green handle. This recall involves all units laser-marked with batch year "/19" on the side of the unit. Only units marked with "/19" are being recalled.
Reason
The device user can be unable to lower the climber, posing a risk of injury to the climber.
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/2021/Birdie-Belay-Devices-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury-Made-by-Beal-Sas
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