Batch BeaconUK recalls and safety alerts

Product recallOPSS

Petzl Swan Easyfit Climbing Harnesses recalled over an injury risk

Cuts and injuriesSerious risk

Product Recall for Petzl Swan Easyfit Climbing Harnesses resenting a serious risk of injuries.

  • Petzl Swan Easyfit Climbing Harnesses: photo 1 of 2 from the OPSS notice of 21 Mar 2025
    Product image from the OPSS safety notice
  • Petzl Swan Easyfit Climbing Harnesses: photo 2 of 2 from the OPSS notice of 21 Mar 2025

Check your product

Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.

4 identifiers listed for this notice.

  • Grey and orange climbing harnesses.

    ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
    • SWAN EASYFIT STEEL C062AA00 (single)
    • C062AA01 (5-pack)
    • SWAN EASYFIT STAINLESS C062BA00 (single)
    • C062BA01 (5-pack)

What to do now

Petzl Swan Easyfit Climbing Harnesses has been reported because it could hurt the person using it.

  1. Put it out of use now.
  2. Check whether the notice offers a repair or replacement part before you discard it.
  3. Contact Petzl or the shop you bought it from to arrange the remedy set out in the notice.
  4. If someone has been hurt or the product has failed, report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service.

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 (2503-0087). Quoted as issued.

Summary

Product Recall for Petzl Swan Easyfit Climbing Harnesses resenting a serious risk of injuries.

The risk

The product has been identified as presenting a serious risk of injuries. The product has two FAST LT buckles on the back, which are used to close the harness. These buckles can break during normal use, which may lead to the harness opening and the user falling from a height. This could result in serious injuries.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018 and General Product Safety Regulations 2005.

Action taken

The product has been recalled from end users.

Advice to consumers

The product has been recalled from end users.

Owners of affected harnesses should immediately stop using the product and visit the Petzl website for further information: https://www.petzl.com/GB/en/Operators/safety-alerts/2025-3-4/IMPORTANT-VOLUNTARY-RECALL-SWAN-EASYFIT-STEEL-and-STAINLESS-HARNESS

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2503-0087

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Product description

Grey and orange climbing harnesses.

Open the OPSS notice

Questions

Why has Petzl Swan Easyfit Climbing Harnesses been recalled?

Petzl Swan Easyfit Climbing 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?

Compare the model on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.

What should I do now?

Put it out of use now. Check whether the notice offers a repair or replacement part before you discard it.

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.

Related notices