Consumer Product Recall: Nomic and Ergonomic Ice Climbing Axes
Petzl America, Inc., of Salt Lake City, Utah · March 26, 2026
Reason for Recall
The ice axe shaft can break at the handle during use, posing a fall hazard, which can result in serious injury or death.
Product Description
This recall involves the Petzl Nomic ice climbing axes (model U021AA00, serial numbers 17L 0000000 000 to 20F 9999999 999) and Ergonomic ice climbing axes (model U022AA00, serial numbers 18F 0000000 000 to 21L 9999999 999). The axes are made from an aluminum shaft, steel pick and reinforced plastic grip. Nomic axes are black and Ergonomic axes are orange. The serial number for both models is printed on a label on the upper portion of the shaft.
Quantity Affected
About 4,200 (In addition, about 1,160 were sold in Canada)
Source: Consumer Product Safety Commission
Recall number: 26347
Status: ongoing
View original recall notice at Consumer Product Safety Commission →
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