CPSC recall 26347
Nomic and Ergonomic Ice Climbing Axes
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2026-03-27
On 2026-03-27 the CPSC announced a recall of Nomic and Ergonomic Ice Climbing Axes by Petzl America, citing the ice axe shaft can break at the handle during use, posing a fall hazard, which can result in serious injury or death.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 26347 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2026-03-26 |
| Published | 2026-03-27 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Petzl America |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Nomic and Ergonomic Ice Climbing Axes | This recall involves the Petzl Nomic ice climbing axes (model U021AA00, serial numbers 17L 0000000 000 to 20F 9999999 999) and Ergonomic ice climbing axes (model U022AA00, serial numbers 18F 0000000 000 to 21L 9999999 999). The axes are made from an aluminum shaft, steel pick and reinforced plastic grip. Nomic axes are black and Ergonomic axes are orange. The serial number for both models is printed on a label on the upper portion of the shaft.
Reason
The ice axe shaft can break at the handle during use, posing a fall hazard, which can result in serious injury or death.
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/2026/Petzl-America-Recalls-Nomic-and-Ergonomic-Ice-Climbing-Axes-Due-to-Fall-Hazard-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death
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