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Edelrid Screw-D-Ring for Harnesses recalled over an injury risk
Product recall for Edelrid Screw-D-Ring for Harnesses presenting a risk of injuries.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice 
What to do now
Edelrid Screw-D-Ring for Harnesses has been reported because it could hurt the person using it.
- Stop using it.
- Read the corrective action below: some notices offer a fix rather than a return.
- Contact the business or the shop you bought it from to arrange the remedy set out in the notice.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought.
If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2202-0378). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product recall for Edelrid Screw-D-Ring for Harnesses presenting a risk of injuries.
The risk
The product presents a risk of injuries as it is possible for the thread to break off just behind the nut. It has been identified that there are variations in the coating of the bolts, which can lead to hydrogen embrittlement and the bolts snapping in individual cases.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Personal Protective Equipment Enforcement Regulations 2018.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users.
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users. For further information on the recall, please access the Edelrid recall page: https://www.edelrid.de/en/service/recalls/precautionary-call-for-retrofitting-of-screw-gate-d-ring-bolts.php .
Additional information
PSD case number: 2202-0378
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
Screw D-ring for harnesses sold from October 2019 with, Core Plus Triple Lock 88037 Score Screw D-Single,Core Screw D-Kit 88062, 88054 Radialis Pro 71610 Treecore Triple Lock and Core Sliding D-Kit 88036/88052.
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Questions
Why has Edelrid Screw-D-Ring for Harnesses been recalled?
Edelrid Screw-D-Ring for Harnesses has been reported because it could hurt the person using it. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
How do I know if my product is affected?
The notice describes the affected product rather than listing codes. Compare the product name, pack size and where you bought it with the official notice.
What should I do now?
Stop using it. Read the corrective action below: some notices offer a fix rather than a return.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought. If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
