CPSC Recall in 2017: GTHI Recalls Climbing Belay Devices Due to Fall and Injury Hazards

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 17-176

Date: June 13, 2017

Product Name: Vergo belay devices (climbing tool)

Recall Description:

This recall involves Trango Vergo belay devices with batch numbers 16159 and 16195 printed on the side of the unit. The devices were sold in blue, gold, or purple and feature the word “VERGO” on the front plate of the unit. Belay devices are used with climbing ropes to protect the climber while climbing, to arrest a fall or while being lowered on the rope.

Hazard Description:

The handle on the Vergo belay device can loosen and cause the device’s assisted braking capacity to malfunction, posing fall and injury hazards to climbers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 2,600 (in addition, about 100 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

The firm has received three reports of the belay device’s handle over-rotating and braking malfunction. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Authorized GTHI dealers and outdoor specialty stores nationwide and online at www.trango.com from October 2016 through April 2017 for about $90.

Manufactured In:

United States