CPSC, Montrail Inc. Announce Recall of Crampons; Products Used for Ice Climbing and Mountaineering

Recall Date
2005-03-11
Manufacturer
Montrail Inc., of Seattle, Wash.
Units Affected
969 pairs

Products Involved

Crampons (used for ice climbing and mountaineering)

Hazard

The vertical rails at the front of these crampons can break, which could result in falls and injuries to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these crampons immediately and contact Montrail to find out how to return them and for further recall details.

Reported Injuries

Montrail has received three reports of crampons breaking. No injuries were reported.

Sold At

Outdoor equipment retailers nationwide, from September 2003 through Feb. 1, 2005, for between $135 and $185.

Manufactured In

South Korea

Full Recall Description

The recall includes models I354, I356, and K364 sold under brand names I.C.E. 9 and Khumbu. The recall includes products with UPC numbers beginning with 619120036 and ending with 204, 211, 464, or 457. These model and UPC numbers are listed only on the packaging, but not on the products themselves.

Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.

For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.

Last verified: 2026-03-28