Head Rush Technologies Recalls TRUBLUE iQ and TRUBLUE iQ+ Auto Belays Due to Fall Hazard

Issue & Risk

The recalled auto belay device can fail to retract, posing a fall hazard and risk of serious injury or death.

Recall Details

Starting Date: February 27, 2025

Description: This recall involves TRUBLUE iQ Auto Belay Devices, which enable climbers to safely descend while climbing. The TRUBLUE iQ is gray with blue handles and a gray sash on the front cover. The TRUBLUE iQ+ has an added catch-and-hold brake on the front. The LT versions of the iQ and iQ+ have blue tags above the blue webbing hand grip; the XL versions have a purple tag. The recalled auto belay devices have a serial number within the following serial number ranges printed on the device's handle, as well on the bottom of the device: Products Models Serial Number Range TRUBLUE iQ LT TBiQ LT (12.5m) iQ0041591 through iQ0044486 TRUBLUE iQ+LT TBiQ+ LT (12.5m) iQP000401 through iQP000422 TRUBLUE iQ XL TBiQ XL (20m) iQXL01283 through iQXL03425 TRUBLUE iQ+XL TBiQ+ XL (20m) iQXLP0104 through iQXLP0215

Sold At: Online at www.headrushtech.com from May 2023 through December 2024 for between $2,800 to $4,600.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

What you should do/ Action taken

Consumers should immediately stop using recalled auto belay devices and contact Head Rush Technologies for a free onsite inspection and repair.

Summary

Head Rush Technologies has issued a recall for its TRUBLUE iQ and TRUBLUE iQ+ auto belays due to a malfunction that may increase the risk of falls. The recall affects specific units, and consumers are urged to stop using them immediately. The company is offering inspections and replacements to ensure user safety. This recall underscores the importance of regularly checking climbing equipment for defects. Visit the official recall notice for details on affected models and next steps.

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