Recalls / 2003-02-05
CPSC, Trak Inc. Announce Recall of Snowshoe Bindings
03080 · Recalled 2003-02-05 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves bindings sold on the "Karhu Meta Sweeper" and "Karhu Morph Sweeper" snowshoes. The orange hybrid snowshoe Meta is 120 cm and has blue universal bindings. The blue Morph Sweeper is 130 cm with blue universal bindings. The snowshoes are high back, with a front toe strap and a pivot point.
Hazards
Screws and other hardware used to keep the bindings intact are too short, causing the binding to separate from the shoe. This poses a fall hazard to consumers.
Reported injuries
CPSC and Trak Inc. are not aware of any injuries involving these bindings. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these snowshoes and return them to the store where purchased for a free repair kit.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| "Karhu Meta Sweeper" and "Karhu Morph Sweeper" snowshoe bindings | About 420 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Trak Inc., doing business as Karhu Inc.
- Sold at
- Skiboards.com web site, LL Bean, Cabela's, Erehwon Mountain Outfitters, Vail Bicycle stores sold these snowshoes nationwide, during November 2002, for about $250.
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers can contact Trak Inc. toll-free at (888) 288-2668 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.karhu.com
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Source: CPSC recall 03080. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.