K2 Sports Recalls Snowboard Bindings Due to Fall Hazard
Recall 08273 · May 20, 2008 · K2 Sports
2,500
units affected
2,500
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08273
- Date
- May 20, 2008
- Company
- K2 Sports
- Units affected
- 2,500
- Product
- K2 "Auto" Series Snowboard Bindings, Model Year 2007
- Product type
- Skiing/Snowboarding
- Hazard
- Falls
The product
This recall involves the 2007 model year K2 "Auto" snowboard bindings. They were sold in black or white. "K2" and "Auto" are printed on the toe strap.
What can happen
The cable that links the toe strap to the binding could break, posing a fall hazard to snowboarders.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the recalled bindings immediately and take them to the retailer where purchased or contact K2 Sports directly to arrange for free shipment and repair.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- Snowboard, ski, and sporting goods retailers nationwide from August 2007 through May 2008 for about $230.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled k2 "auto" series snowboard bindings, model year 2007?
Consumers should stop using the recalled bindings immediately and take them to the retailer where purchased or contact K2 Sports directly to arrange for free shipment and repair.
What is the hazard?
The cable that links the toe strap to the binding could break, posing a fall hazard to snowboarders.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.