consumer HIGH RISK Updated 2026-03-26

Petzl America Recalls Nomic and Ergonomic Ice Climbing Axes Due to Fall Hazard; Risk of Serious Injury or Death

Recalled Product

Nomic and Ergonomic Ice Climbing Axes

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Hazard / Issue

The firm has received 26 reports of the ice axe shafts breaking at the handle. No injuries have been reported.

Issued by

CPSC

Distribution: Nationwide (United States)
Sold at: REI, Moosejaw Mountaineering and other specialty stores nationwide and online at petzl.com, REI.com and Backcountry.com from December 2017 through March 2022 for between $380 and $440.
What to do: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ice axes and contact Petzl America for a free repair kit. Consumers should register at https://www.petzl.com/US/en/Sport/Contact?request=product-recall to request a pre-paid shipping label to return the shaft. Petzl America will send a repair kit with a new shaft, hardware for the grip rest and assembly instructions.
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✅ What Should You Do?

  1. 1Stop using the product immediately.
  2. 2Return the product to the retailer for a full refund.
  3. 3Keep the product (do not throw it away) until you have received your remedy or refund confirmation.
  4. 4Report injuries to SaferProducts.gov.

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