Petzl GYM, PANDION and PANJI Climbing Harnesses
- Affected
- A lightweight, compact harness used for climbing gyms, rope courses and group harnesses.
- The problem
- It has been identified that the harness can be put on backwards, and the rope or carabiner can be attached to a non-weight-bearing leg loop elastic band.
- What to do
- It is not mandatory for users or operators to replace the elastics. Petzl however recommends that you send your harness to Petzl After Sales Service for replacement of the current leg loop elastic band with a new design. To check if your product is suitable for replacement leg loops, please see: https://www.petzl.com/GB/en/Operators/safety-alerts/2024-5-14/Safety-information-for-GYM—PANDION—PANJI
Product information
| Type | Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Climbing Harnesses |
|---|---|
| Brand | Petzl |
| Models | GYM, PANDION and PANJI |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Product Description | A lightweight, compact harness used for climbing gyms, rope courses and group harnesses. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
It has been identified that the harness can be put on backwards, and the rope or carabiner can therefore be attached to a non-weight-bearing leg loop elastic band. This places the user at a risk of falling from height and sustaining injuries.
Corrective action
Warning users of the risk by:
- Reminding operators of the importance of training, supervising and monitoring before and during use of the harness and all equipment, particularly when making the equipment available to customers.
- Providing and promoting access to educational tools.
- Providing an option for GYM, PANDION and PANJI owners to send Petzl their harnesses for replacement of the current leg loop elastic band with a new design, free of charge.
It is not mandatory for users or operators to replace the elastics. Petzl however recommends that you send your harness to Petzl After Sales Service for replacement of the current leg loop elastic band with a new design. To check if your product is suitable for replacement leg loops, please see: https://www.petzl.com/GB/en/Operators/safety-alerts/2024-5-14/Safety-information-for-GYM—PANDION—PANJI
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2505-0206
Notified by: Local Authority Trading 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 4 June 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.