Black Diamond Vision Harness
- Affected
- A black and blue recreational climbing and mountaineering harness, designed for use on technical alpine routes. The recall includes all Black Diamond Vision harnesses (in all sizes) manufactured and sold between 1st January 2018 – 27th February 2025. The product identifiers can be found on the waist belt tag.
- The problem
- The Vision Harness has a design flaw which can lead to premature degradation and weakness of the waist belt.
- What to do
- The product has been recalled from end users. Owners of Black Diamond Vision harnesses should immediately stop using the product and visit the Black Diamond website for further information: https://www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en_GB/content/2025-vision-harness-recall/
Product information
| Type | Personal protective equipment (PPE) – Climbing Harness |
|---|---|
| Brand | Black Diamond |
| Model | Vision Harness |
| Style Number | BD651096 |
| SKU | BD651096WHIT[xxxx] (size) |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Product Description | A black and blue recreational climbing and mountaineering harness, designed for use on technical alpine routes. The recall includes all Black Diamond Vision harnesses (in all sizes) manufactured and sold between 1st January 2018 – 27th February 2025. The product identifiers can be found on the waist belt tag. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
The Vision Harness has a design flaw which can lead to premature degradation and weakness of the waist belt. If the user falls or is flipped over while wearing the harness, the waist belt could fail, leading to injuries or death.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment or the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users. Owners of Black Diamond Vision harnesses should immediately stop using the product and visit the Black Diamond website for further information: https://www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en_GB/content/2025-vision-harness-recall/
Additional information
PSD case number: 2503-0012
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 7 March 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.