CPSC Recall in 2024: Salewa USA Recalls Wild Country Ropeman 1 Ascenders Due to a Failure to Ascend

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 24-259

Date: June 06, 2024

Product Name: Wild Country Ropeman 1 ascenders

Recall Description:

This recall involves orange colored Wild Country “Ropeman 1” ascenders used in mountaineering and rock climbing. The recalled ascenders were manufactured in July 2022 and are marked with batch 05A0722.  “ROPE MAN 1” and the batch number are printed in white on the side of the product.  

Hazard Description:

The teeth of the recalled ascenders can fail to engage, making it difficult or impossible for the user to ascend.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 7,700 (In addition, about 297 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

REI and other specialty outdoor stores nationwide and online at www.wildcountry.com, www.backcountry.com, and www.campsaver.com from December 2022 through April 2024 for about $55.

Manufactured In:

Taiwan