Full-Body Safety Harnesses Recalled for Fall Hazard

Safety Harnesses Sold with Hunting Tree Stands

Date of Recall
2006-06-08

CPSC Release Number
06-183

Manufactured In
China

Company Phone Number
(800) 353-0634

Units
About 106,000

Distributor
Summit Treestands LLC, of Decatur, Ala.

Sold By
Sporting goods stores nationwide from June 2005 through May 2006 for between $200 and $300 for the tree stand including the harness.

Problem/Hazard
The harnesses could fail during use, resulting in consumers falling from tree stands and suffering serious injuries or death.

Injuries/Incidents
None reported.

Description
The harnesses are tan or light brown and were sold as an accessory with the following tree stands or ladders: Viper X5, Goliath X5, Razor X5, Summit 180o, Bushmaster X5, Broadhead Backpacker, Bullet Backpacker, Clearshot, Openshot, and MegaSampson. Only harnesses with "Manufactured in 2005," and "Made in China" printed on a label on the harness tether are included in this recall.

Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled harnesses and contact the firm for a free replacement harness.

Consumer Contact
For more information, contact Summit Treestands LLC at (800) 353-0634 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit www.harnessrecall2005.com or www.summitstands.com

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