Backyard Zipline Kits and Brakes Recalled After Numerous Reports of Injuries and Breakdowns

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced a recall affecting Trsmima zipline kits and separate zipline spring brakes, following a significant number of reported incidents involving component failures and rider injuries. The recall, issued on July 30, 2026, impacts approximately 60,720 zipline kits and 19,120 standalone spring brakes sold across the United States. Consumers are urged to immediately cease using these products and to contact Trsmima for a full refund.

The recalled Trsmima zipline kits are designed for backyard installation, accommodating lengths from 76 to 200 feet and intended for use by both children and adults. These kits include various components such as a steel cable, a turnbuckle or ratchet strap, a plastic seat, a waist belt or harness, a trolley, and a spring brake. Some trolleys are marked with “TT TRSMIMA,” and certain seats bear a label identifying “HuNanBoLuoDianZiShangWuYouXianGongSi” as the manufacturer. Also included in the recall are Trsmima Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Zipline Spring Brakes, sold individually, which feature black stoppers at each end and lack any labeling or instructions. These spring brakes were sold as supplementary components for existing zipline setups.

The primary safety concerns stem from two distinct issues. Firstly, the zipline kits themselves have experienced failures where the steel cable, turnbuckle, or seat have detached or broken during operation, leading to falls. Trsmima has received 21 reports of such failures, resulting in consumer falls and at least eight reported injuries, including fractures, sprains, bruises, and scratches. Secondly, the zipline spring brakes, whether included in the kits or purchased separately, have been found insufficient to safely decelerate riders. This inadequacy has led to consumers colliding with stationary objects like trees or falling, with 19 reports of spring brake malfunction causing at least 12 injuries such as fractures, concussions, and abrasions. The recalled kits were sold on Amazon.com between March 2020 and May 2026. The zipline kits ranged in price from $45 to $285, while the standalone spring brakes were priced between $14 and $48.

To receive a full refund, consumers are instructed to uninstall the recalled zipline kits and spring brakes. They must then destroy the products by cutting the safety belt, seat rope, and ratchet strap (if applicable) in half. All components, including the cable, spring brake, turnbuckle, and trolley, should be discarded in the trash. For standalone spring brakes, disposal in the trash is also required. Proof of destruction and disposal, in the form of photographs of the destroyed and discarded items, must be submitted to Trsmima to qualify for a refund. Consumers can contact Trsmima for further instructions and to initiate the refund process via email at trsmimarecall2026@outlook.com or by visiting the company’s website at https://tt-trsmima.com/.

Article by Mel Anara, based upon information from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

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