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SIMOND Alpinism & Vertika Quickdraws recalled over an injury risk

Cuts and injuriesSerious risk

Product Recall for SIMOND Alpinism & Vertika Quickdraws presenting a serious risk of injuries.

  • SIMOND Alpinism & Vertika Quickdraws: photo 1 of 2 from the OPSS notice of 11 Aug 2026
    Product image from the OPSS safety notice
  • SIMOND Alpinism & Vertika Quickdraws: photo 2 of 2 from the OPSS notice of 11 Aug 2026

Check your product

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

1 identifier listed for this notice.

  • Multiple models of carabiners for use in climbing. Please see Annex A for further product details.

    Sold betweenCompare with your receipt or order date.
    • 1 January 2022 to 23 July 2026
  • SIMOND Alpinism & Vertika Quickdraws (2)

    Model
    • Product Code

What to do now

SIMOND Alpinism & Vertika Quickdraws 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 Simond 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 (2608-0029). Quoted as issued.

Summary

Product Recall for SIMOND Alpinism & Vertika Quickdraws presenting a serious risk of injuries.

The risk

The wire gate riveting on the carabiners may break or detach. If this occurs while the product is in use at height, the user could fall and receive serious injuries.

The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Action taken

The product has been recalled from end users by Decathlon.

Advice to consumers

The product has been recalled from end users by Decathlon.

Consumers should stop using their affected quickdraw immediately and return it to any Decathlon store for a full refund. For more information, contact Decathlon Customer Relations on +44 (0)748 306 8343/ customer.enquiries@decathlon.com or visit: Product recall

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2608-0029

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Product description

Multiple models of carabiners for use in climbing. Please see Annex A for further product details.

Open the OPSS notice

Questions

Why has SIMOND Alpinism & Vertika Quickdraws been recalled?

SIMOND Alpinism & Vertika Quickdraws 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 and sold between 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.

Where was SIMOND Alpinism & Vertika Quickdraws sold?

The notice names Decathlon. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.

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