PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Delta Cycle is recalling more than 25,000 ceiling hoists because the straps can break, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

Specifically, the plastic buckles on the ceiling hoists — which are typically used to store kayaks, canoes, bikes, ladders and boxes — can snap, posing an injury risk to anyone underneath the falling object.

Delta Cycle has received four reports of the buckles breaking, including one that resulted in a minor injury.

The recalled ceiling hoists the model number RS2300 listed on the packaging and may have one of the following serial numbers on the bottom of the pulley:

Anyone who purchased one of the recalled ceiling hoists is urged to stop using it for the time being and contact Delta Cycle for free replacement straps. Those using the ceiling hoist without straps do not need to take further action.

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