Published by Next Review: June 19, 2026
Table Of Contents
Key Facts
- XOP sells treestands, climbing sticks, mobile systems, harnesses, saddle gear, packs, and related hunting accessories.
- Treestand falls can cause fractures, head injuries, spinal injuries, paralysis, and death.
- The CPSC has reported thousands of emergency-room-treated treestand injuries in a single year.
- In 2019, Xtreme Outdoor Products recalled about 1,165 climbing sticks due to a fall hazard.
- The recalled climbing sticks could break because of a bolt failure on the center step.
- XOP reported two injury incidents in that recall, including scrapes, bruises, a fractured foot, and fractured ribs.
Latest News & Updates
June 2019
Xtreme Outdoor Products recalled XOP climbing sticks, model XOP-LMO4-SR, because the climbing sticks could break due to a bolt failure on the center step, creating a fall hazard and risk of serious injury. The CPSC recall involved about 1,165 units sold in 4-packs in sand ripple green, and consumers were told to stop using the recalled sticks and return them for a refund or store credit [1].
What Are XOP Treestands?
XOP, also known as Xtreme Outdoor Products, markets lightweight hunting systems for mobile hunters. Its current product categories include stands and platforms, climbing sticks, packs and gear, harnesses, mobile systems, saddle hunting products, accessories, and replacement parts.
These products are commonly used by deer hunters who need to climb, attach equipment to trees, and hunt from an elevated position. That height advantage can improve visibility, but it also creates a serious fall-injury risk if equipment fails, is installed incorrectly, or is used without adequate fall protection.
Reported Risks or Injuries
- Falls from elevated hunting positions
- Broken bones, including ribs, feet, ankles, wrists, or vertebrae
- Head injuries, concussions, and traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries or paralysis
- Suspension trauma or delayed rescue after a fall
- Death in severe incidents
How Does the Problem Occur?
Treestand injuries can happen while climbing, descending, entering the stand, sitting for long periods, or transitioning between climbing sticks and the platform. Equipment failure, loose components, worn straps, improper installation, fatigue, weather, low light, and lack of a full-body harness can all increase risk.
The CPSC has noted that many treestand injuries and deaths involve hunters falling while not wearing a safety harness. The agency has also identified cases where hunters wearing full-body harnesses were injured, killed, or left suspended after they could not self-rescue.
Who May Be Affected?
- Hunters who use XOP treestands, climbing sticks, saddle platforms, or mobile hunting systems
- Consumers injured by a fall, equipment break, or failed component
- Family members of hunters who suffered catastrophic or fatal injuries
Who May Be Liable?
- Product manufacturers or importers, if a defect is supported by evidence
- Retailers or distributors, where legally applicable
- Component suppliers tied to failed bolts, straps, steps, platforms, or connectors
- Other parties involved in warnings, instructions, or product safety testing
Do I Qualify?
- Did you use an XOP treestand, climbing stick, platform, harness, or mobile hunting system?
- Did a component bend, break, loosen, detach, or fail during use?
- Did you fall while climbing, descending, or hunting from an elevated position?
- Did you suffer fractures, head trauma, spinal injuries, paralysis, or other losses?
- Do you still have the product, photos, purchase records, witness statements, or medical records?
Important Legal Actions or Recalls
| Event | Year | Type | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XOP Climbing Stick Recall | 2019 | CPSC Recall | Refund / Store Credit | About 1,165 units recalled due to bolt failure and fall hazard |
Potential Compensation
- Emergency medical bills and hospitalization
- Surgery, rehabilitation, and follow-up care
- Lost wages or reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Long-term disability or wrongful death damages
Results vary. Past outcomes do not guarantee future results.
Legal Process Overview
- Consultation: A legal team reviews the product, fall, and injury history.
- Investigation: The product, photos, purchase records, and medical records are collected.
- Filing: A claim may be filed if evidence supports liability and damages.
- Discovery: The parties exchange evidence about design, warnings, testing, and failure history.
- Resolution: The claim may resolve through settlement or further litigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are XOP treestands recalled?
A: This article is not based on a current XOP treestand recall, but XOP climbing sticks were recalled in 2019 due to a fall hazard.
Q: What XOP product was recalled in 2019?
A: The 2019 recall involved XOP climbing sticks, model XOP-LMO4-SR, sold in sand ripple green 4-packs.
Q: Why are treestands dangerous?
A: Treestands place hunters at an elevated height, so equipment failure, slips, fatigue, or lack of fall protection can lead to serious falls.
Q: What injuries are common in treestand falls?
A: Common injuries may include fractures, head injuries, spinal injuries, internal injuries, and paralysis.
Q: Can I sue after a treestand fall?
A: You may have a claim if evidence shows a defective product, inadequate warning, or other legally responsible conduct contributed to the injury.
Q: What evidence should I keep?
A: Keep the treestand or climbing equipment, receipts, packaging, photos, manuals, witness information, medical records, and any damaged parts.
References
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Xtreme-Outdoor-Products-Recalls-Climbing-Sticks-Due-to-Fall-Hazard-and-Risk-of-Serious-Injury
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Regulations-Laws–Standards/Voluntary-Standards/Topics/Hunting-Treestands
- https://www.mayoclinic.org/medical-professionals/trauma/news/be-smart-about-tree-stand-use-this-fall/mac-20573406
- https://xopoutdoors.com/