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Wichard Recalls 1,050 Climbing Ropes After Splice Failures Raise Fall-Death Risk

The Courant Spliced Kalimba ropes, sold to arborists and riggers for $250 to $350, can fail at the spliced end without warning, the CPSC says.

By THRYV Life Desk·Published August 11, 2026·Updated August 11, 2026·3 min read
Wichard Recalls 1,050 Climbing Ropes After Splice Failures Raise Fall-Death Risk
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The takeaway

Wichard Groupe North America recalled about 1,050 Courant Spliced Kalimba climbing ropes on August 6 after three reports of spliced-end failures that pose a risk of serious injury or death from falls. No injuries have been reported. The ropes, sold for $250 to $350 through arborist and rigging suppliers from January 2023 to June 2026, qualify for a free replacement.

Wichard Groupe North America recalled about 1,050 Courant Spliced Kalimba climbing ropes on August 6 after the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said the ropes' spliced termination ends can fail unexpectedly, creating a risk of serious injury or death from falls.

What went wrong

The CPSC said it received three reports of splice failures on the ropes; no injuries have been reported so far. The ropes are used by arborists and riggers who rely on the spliced end holding under load while climbing or lowering equipment.

Who bought one

The ropes sold for $250 to $350 between January 2023 and June 2026 through Vertical Supply Group, Arbsession, RBI Corporation, and other specialty retailers nationwide.

What to do if you own one

Stop using the rope immediately. Wichard Groupe North America is offering a free replacement — either an immediately available option or one arriving by mid-September — with prepaid return shipping. Owners can register at the company's recall page or call 401-683-5055 (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. ET).

Sources

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  1. Wichard Groupe North America Recalls Courant Spliced Kalimba Climbing Ropes Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fall Hazard — U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

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