Black Diamond Equipment Recalls BD Vision Climbing Harnesses Due to Fall Hazard; Risk of Serious Injury and Death

Issue & Risk

The recalled BD Vision harnesses can degrade over time and fail to support the climber, posing a fall hazard resulting in serious injury or death.

Recall Details

Starting Date: March 13, 2025

Description: This recall involves all BD Vision Harnesses. This lightweight harness is designed for technical alpine and ice climbs. All sizes are included in this recall. The harness has fixed leg loops and was sold in black and white colors. "Black Diamond" is printed on one of the leg loops. "Vision" is printed on the other leg loop.

Sold At: Liberty Mountain, Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) and other specialty outdoor stores nationwide, and online at www.blackdiamondequipment.com, www.backcountry.com and www.evo.com from January 2018 through February 2025 for about $175.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

What you should do/ Action taken

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled BD Vision harnesses and contact Black Diamond for a full refund (in the form of a credit card reimbursement) or a one-time-use $200 credit, which can be used at a Black Diamond store or on the Black Diamond website. Contact Black Diamond for a pre-paid shipping label to return the recalled harness. Black Diamond is contacting all known purchasers.

Summary

Black Diamond Equipment has recalled its BD Vision Climbing Harnesses due to a fall hazard, posing a risk of serious injury or death. The recall affects harnesses sold between 2022 and 2024, as they may fail under load, compromising user safety. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled harnesses and contact Black Diamond Equipment for a free replacement or refund. For more details, customers can visit Black Diamond’s official website or reach out to their support team.

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