Injury Hazard Prompts Recall of Simond Alpinism Quickdraws in Canada 2026

A manufacturing defect that can cause a carabiner to snap mid-fall has triggered the recall of Simond brand Alpinism quickdraws sold across Canada. Health Canada, working with Decathlon Canada, announced the recall on September 15, 2026, warning climbers and mountaineers to stop using the affected gear immediately.

The issue centers on the riveting of the quickdraw’s finger wire, a small but critical component that keeps the carabiner properly seated. According to the recall notice, a defect in this assembly can cause the wire finger to break, which in turn creates a risk that the carabiner itself could fail during a fall. For anyone relying on this equipment during multi-pitch climbing or alpine ascents, that kind of failure could have serious consequences.

Which Items Are Involved?

The recall covers Simond brand ultra-light Alpinism quickdraws, available in blue and purple colourways and sold in two lengths: 11 cm and 17 cm. The affected models carry the numbers #8589547 and #8589548, and the products were marketed in Canada through Decathlon. They were designed specifically for multi-pitch climbing and mountaineering, where lightweight, reliable hardware is essential.

The company reports that 1,078 units of the affected quickdraws were sold in Canada, with sales running from January 2022 through July 2026. The products were manufactured in France by Decathlon SE.

What Went Wrong?

Health Canada’s notice explains that the riveting defect on the finger wire can lead to breakage of that wire under stress. Since the finger wire helps secure the carabiner gate, its failure raises the possibility that the carabiner could come apart at the worst possible moment – during a fall.

Simond is directing owners to a dedicated verification site, simondrecallquickdraw.fandi.fr/en, where consumers can check whether their specific quickdraw is affected before using it again. As of September 8, 2026, the company told Health Canada it had not received any reports of incidents or injuries linked to the defect in Canada.

Who Should Be Concerned

Anyone who purchased Simond Alpinism quickdraws through Decathlon Canada between January 2022 and July 2026 should check their gear. This includes recreational and serious climbers alike, since the quickdraws were sold specifically for alpine and multi-pitch use where equipment reliability is non-negotiable.

What Consumers Need to Do Now

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled quickdraws. Do not attempt to use the product again until you have completed the verification process outlined by Simond.

• Stop using the Simond Alpinism quickdraws right away.
• Visit simondrecallquickdraw.fandi.fr/en to verify whether your unit is affected.
• Contact Decathlon Canada Customer Service at 1-844-533-3322, available 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.
• Alternatively, email onlineservice@decathlon.ca to arrange a refund.
• Do not resell, redistribute or give away the recalled product, as this is prohibited under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act.

Health Canada is also encouraging anyone who experiences a safety issue with this or any other consumer product to file a report through its Consumer Product Incident Report Form.

From the Agency

Health Canada’s published notice states plainly: ‘Immediately stop using the recalled product, complete the necessary check and contact Decathlon Canada to obtain a refund.’ The recall has also been posted to the OECD Global Portal on Product Recalls, giving it visibility beyond Canada’s borders for consumers who may have purchased the gear while travelling.

The recall is identified under reference number RA-82616 and remains active as of its September 15, 2026 publication date. Climbers are urged not to take chances with safety hardware and to complete the manufacturer’s verification process before their next outing.