This recall involves TRUBLUE iQ Auto Belay Devices, which enable climbers to safely descend while climbing. The TRUBLUE iQ is gray with blue handles and a gray sash on the front cover. The TRUBLUE iQ+ has an added catch-and-hold brake on the front. The LT versions of the iQ and iQ+ have blue tags above the blue webbing hand grip; the XL versions have a purple tag. The recalled auto belay devices have a serial number within the following serial number ranges printed on the device’s handle, as well on the bottom of the device:
| Products | Models | Serial Number Range |
|---|---|---|
| TRUBLUE iQ LT | TBiQ LT (12.5m) | iQ0041591 through iQ0044486 |
| TRUBLUE iQ+LT | TBiQ+ LT (12.5m) | iQP000401 through iQP000422 |
| TRUBLUE iQ XL | TBiQ XL (20m) | iQXL01283 through iQXL03425 |
| TRUBLUE iQ+XL | TBiQ+ XL (20m) | iQXLP0104 through iQXLP0215 |
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using recalled auto belay devices and contact Head Rush Technologies for a free onsite inspection and repair.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 109 reports of incidents of slow retraction, including one injury involving the auto belay not retracting, resulting in a fractured leg.
Consumer Contact: Head Rush Technologies collect at 720-565-6885 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, email at [email protected], or online at https://info.headrushtech.com/hubfs/Product_Recalls/SA-0005-v01-en.pdf, or www.headrushtech.com and click on the “Recall” banner for more information.
Sold Online At: www.headrushtech.com from May 2023 through December 2024 for between $2,800 to $4,600.
Manufacturer(s): Head Rush Technologies, of Louisville, Colorado
Manufactured In: United States
Recall number: 25-165
Fast Track Recall
Hazard: The recalled auto belay device can fail to retract, posing a fall hazard and risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy: Repair
Recall Date: February 27, 2025
Units: About 410
