If you or a loved one experienced serious injury—including falls, fractures, head trauma, or worse—because a Nimbus Lock Carabiner failed to close properly, you may be entitled to compensation through a product liability lawsuit.
Our legal team at Schmidt & Clark, LLP, is dedicated to helping individuals harmed by defective climbing and safety gear. We investigate structural flaws, recall violations, and ensure accountability for dangerous products.
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Table Of Contents
- What’s the Problem?
- Latest Nimbus Carabiner Updates
- Nimbus Carabiner Statistics
- Regulatory Reports and Safety Standards
- Nimbus Carabiner Injuries & Side Effects
- Do You Qualify for a Nimbus Carabiner Lock Recall Lawsuit?
- Recall Information
- Statute of Limitations for Nimbus Carabiner Lawsuits
- Frequently Asked Questions
- References
What’s the Problem?
This issue stems from the CPSC’s recall of Nimbus Lock Carabiners after reports that the automatic gate mechanism can fail to close, creating a fall hazard.
About 12,600 units were sold in the U.S. (plus 2,100 in Canada) from January 2024 to July 2025. There have been 21 reports of gate failure, though no injuries have been reported at this time.
While no lawsuits are publicly filed, we are actively investigating potential claims involving falls, fractures, head injuries, and other serious harms linked to faulty carabiners.
Latest Nimbus Carabiner Updates
- August 28, 2025 – The CPSC issues an urgent recall of Nimbus Lock Carabiners due to failure of the automatic closing mechanism, posing risk of falls and serious injury [1].
- Late August 2025 – C.A.M.P. instructs owners to stop using the recalled carabiners and provides a prepaid return label, promising inspection and free replacement or repair [2].
Nimbus Carabiner Statistics
- Units sold – Approximately 12,600 in the U.S. and 2,100 in Canada.
- Sales timeframe – January 2024 through July 2025 via REI, Backcountry, Amazon, Camp-usa.com, and various outdoor retailers.
- Batch numbers – Affected batches include 10 23, 12 23, 02 24, 09 24, 10 24, 12 24, 01 25, 02 25, and 06 25.
- Reports – 21 reports of gate malfunction; zero injuries reported.
Regulatory Reports and Safety Standards
The CPSC recall highlights a critical consumer safety failure: a gate that doesn’t close effectively can have fatal consequences in climbing or load-bearing contexts.
Under U.S. product safety law, C.A.M.P. is required to promptly fix hazardous products and notify consumers. The company’s recall and replacement program reflects compliance, but pending injury reports could trigger legal liability for losses and injury.
Nimbus Carabiner Injuries & Side Effects
Failure of the carabiner gate during use can lead to sudden falls. Possible catastrophic injuries include:
- Head and neurological trauma – Falls can cause concussions, traumatic brain injury, or spinal cord injury.
- Fractures – Injuries to wrists, arms, collarbones, or hips from instinctive bracing or crash impact.
- Abrasions and cuts – Road rash, scrapes, and soft-tissue lacerations when falling onto rough terrain.
Do You Qualify for a Nimbus Carabiner Lock Recall Lawsuit?
- You used a Nimbus Lock Carabiner from the recalled batches or during the sale period of January 2024–July 2025.
- You experienced a fall, near-fall, or malfunction during use resulting in injury or emotional trauma.
- You have medical or photographic documentation of injury, product failure, or incident details.
- You preserved or documented the carabiner, including batch number, photos, purchase receipt, and return label correspondence.
Evidence Required for a Nimbus Carabiner Lock Lawsuit
- Medical records – Clinic or ER notes, imaging reports, diagnostics, and treatment summaries.
- Product evidence – Photographs of failed carabiner, batch number, purchase documents, and recall receipt/instruction.
- Incident documentation – Description of mount/rope attachment, height, fall conditions, witness accounts, and imagery.
- Consumer communication – Correspondence with C.A.M.P., recall submission confirmation, return tracking.
Damages You Can Recover
- Medical expenses – Costs for immediate treatment, surgery, rehabilitation, and follow-up care.
- Lost income – Wages lost during recovery or permanent earning capacity impact.
- Pain and suffering – Physical pain, psychological trauma, and diminished quality of life.
- Punitive damages – Where negligence or delayed recall communication is demonstrated, to deter future misconduct.
Recall Information
- Recall date – August 28, 2025.
- Product – Nimbus Lock Carabiners in Gun Metal/Green, Fuchsia, and Blue; sold individually or as part of multi-packs and racks.
- Batch #s – Listed above under “Units sold”.
- Hazard – Gate may fail to close due to spring or mechanism defect, risking fall and serious injury.
- Units – 12,600 in U.S., 2,100 in Canada.
- Remedy – Immediate cessation of use, return via prepaid shipping for inspection; replacement or repair free of charge.
- Recall No. – 25-444.
Statute of Limitations for Nimbus Carabiner Lawsuits
Statutes of limitations for product liability vary by state, typically ranging from 2 to 4 years from the date of injury or claim discovery. Outdoor enthusiasts may not experience injury immediately—but emotional or psychological harm qualifies for some filing deadlines. To preserve your rights, consult a lawyer as soon as possible.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I be compensated if the failure didn’t cause injury? – A lawsuit generally requires actual harm or injury, though replacing the defective product via recall is always recommended.
- What if the carabiner failed during routine use? – Any failure posing danger from a defective mechanism may form the basis for liability if harm occurred.
- How important is batch number? – Essential—it links your unit to the recall and supports your legal claim.
- Can multiple cases be joined? – Courts may consolidate multiple claims, but currently, filings remain individual.
- What’s next if I call a lawyer? – Legal counsel can help confirm eligibility, collect documents, and file your lawsuit where appropriate.
References
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/CAMP-Recalls-Nimbus-Lock-Carabiners-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Fall
- https://www.camp.it/d/us/us/corporate/content/2981