24 February 2026

User feedback alerted Petzl to premature wear of the screws on the gated ventral attachment point on ASTRO rope access harnesses manufactured before October 2023 (harnesses that were affected by our call for inspection of ASTRO and CANYON GUIDE harnesses in 2023).

Petzl's assessment found that these harnesses may present a non-conformity which cannot be detected by the test requested in our previous call for inspection. This non-conformity, combined with a specific use involving high lateral stress on the attachment point, leads to premature wear of the screws.

This wear can cause the ventral D-ring’s pin to release, and the attachment point to open, which could lead to serious injury or death.

Petzl ask that you replace the metal D-ring and the screws on the gated ventral attachment point, using the replacement kit which will be made available in the coming weeks via the Australian Distributor.

 

Am I affected by this safety alert?

All ASTRO and CANYON GUIDE harnesses with serial numbers below 23J 9999999 999 are affected by this replacement (same scope as the harnesses covered by our 2023 call for inspection).

Note: The latest versions of the ASTRO and ASTRO SIT, sold since February 2025, are not affected by this safety alert.

To check whether you are affected by this replacement, use the tool below

Am I affected?

How can I get a replacement kit?

Contact your Australian Petzl after-sales service team via this link to get a replacement kit (D-ring and screws) suitable for the gated ventral attachment point of your harness. The kit will be sent to you free of charge, with the associated installation instructions.

May I continue to temporarily use my harness before replacing the D and screws?

Case A: shackles are installed on your harness (possible only on ASTRO harnesses). You may continue to temporarily use your harness until the parts are replaced.

Case B: No shackles installed on your harness. Before any use of your harness, carry out the test requested in our previous call for inspection, specifically:

1 - Verify that the screws are correctly installed as recommended in the Instructions for Use for:

2- Remove any accessories installed in the shackle connection holes, if applicable. 

3. Carry out the following test:

 

4 - Test result:

Petzl have updated the PPE inspection form for harnesses, which now includes checking the wear state of the attachment point screws.

FAQ: 

Which are the products affected by this safety alert?

• ASTRO BOD FAST harnesses, European version: C083AA00, C083AA01, C083AA02 (serial number less than 23J 9999999 999)

• ASTRO BOD FAST harnesses, International version: C083BA00, C083BA01, C083BA02, C083BA03, C083BA04, C083BA05 (serial number less than 23J 9999999 999)

• ASTRO SIT FAST harnesses,: C085AA00, C085AA01, C085AA02 (serial number less than 23J 9999999 999)

• CANYON GUIDE harnesses: C086BA00 and C086BA01 (serial number less than 23J 9999999 999)

Where can I find the serial number?

The serial number is on the plastic label inside the waistbelt.

I am a reseller: what should I do?

Communicate this information to your customers. If you still have harnesses affected by this safety alert, complete the form at this link and you will be sent replacement kits (with instructions) by the local Australian after-sales service team.

Is this replacement mandatory?

Yes, and we ask that you carry out the replacement as soon as you receive the kit.

How long does it take to get a replacement kit?

Once you place your order, we will normally ship it within one week, subject to kits arriving in Australia.

My harness has been inspected and is compliant, and has a green sticker from the 2023 call for inspection: should I carry out the replacement?

Yes, and we ask that you carry out the replacement as soon as you receive the kit.

Why are ASTRO/CANYON GUIDE harnesses manufactured after October 2023 not affected by this replacement?

Following the 2023 safety alert, we took corrective action in the production of the metal D-ring.

My ASTRO/CANYON GUIDE harness is not affected by this safety alert, but I have noticed wear on the screws of the gated attachment point: what should I do?

Contact your Australian after-sales service team using this link for a normal Support Request to get replacement screws.

Have there been any injuries associated with this issue?

No, to date, we are not aware of any injuries associated with this non-conformity.

 

This Australian Alert is based on the Petzl Alert dated 24 February 2026 available here.