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CPSC source record The auto belay device backup brake can fail to act Ongoing

Head Rush Technologies Recalls TRUBLUE Speed Auto Belay Devices Due to Fall Hazard

Recall Date: 2024-08-22 Recalling Firm: Head Rush Technologies, of Louisville, Colorado Record Ref: 10038

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This CPSC record concerns Head Rush Technologies Recalls TRUBLUE Speed Auto Belay Devices Due to Fall Hazard and names Head Rush Technologies, of Louisville, Colorado as the recalling firm. Use the source fields below to narrow the match, then verify the exact item and current remedy on the issuing-agency page.

  • Firm: Head Rush Technologies, of Louisville, Colorado
  • Classification: The auto belay device backup brake can fail to act
  • Status: Ongoing
  • Recall date: 2024-08-22
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Product Description & Identification

This recall involves Head Rush Technologies TRUBLUE Speed Auto Belay Devices, 12.5m and 16m versions. The device enables climbers to safely descend after a speed climbing event. The device is gray with blue handles, the 12.5m version has black webbing handgrip above the carabiner, and the 16m version has blue webbing handgrip. The model TRUBLUE Speed TBSD150-20 and serial number are on a label located on the handle. The auto belay devices have a serial number within the serial number range: TBSD00098 through TBSD01180.

Reason for Recall / Hazard Identified

Hazard: The auto belay device backup brake can fail to activate, posing a fall hazard and risk of serious injury or death.. This recall involves Head Rush Technologies TRUBLUE Speed Auto Belay Devices, 12.5m and 16m versions. The device enables climbers to safely descend after a speed climbing event. The device is gray with blue handles, the 12.5m version has black webbing handgrip above the carabiner, and the 16m version has blue webbing handgrip. The model TRUBLUE Speed TBSD150-20 and serial number are on a label located on the handle. The auto belay devices have a serial number within the serial number range: TBSD00098 through TBSD01180.

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Consumer Action Recorded in the Source

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled auto belay devices and contact Head Rush Technologies for a free inspection and repair. Head Rush Technologies is contacting all known purchasers directly.. Head Rush Technologies collect at 720-565-6885 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, email at inf@headrushtech.com, or online at https://info.headrushtech.com/hubfs/Product_Recalls/2024_TRUBLUESpeed_Limited_Recall.pdf or www.headrushtech.com and click on the "Recall" banner for more information.

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Issuing agency
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Source ID
10038
Indexed update
2026-07-27 11:37:08 UTC
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