Recalls / 2009-11-19

Salomon USA Recalls Ski Bindings Due to Unexpected Release, Fall Hazard

10045 · Recalled 2009-11-19 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves the Salomon alpine ski bindings with models LZ 7, LZ 8, LZ 9, LZ 7 SR, LZ 8 SR, LZ 8 SC, and J LZ 9 and the Atomic ski bindings with model Evox 2.8, Evox 2.8+, Evox 2.8++, and FFG 8. "Salomon" or "Atomic" and the respective model number are displayed on the ski bindings. The toe components bear a production date code ending in "8" that can be found on the center plate where the toe of a ski boot contacts the toe component of the bindings.

Hazards

The toe component of the ski bindings could fail to fully secure the ski boot to the ski binding, causing the binding to release unexpectedly. This could cause the skier to lose control or fall and suffer injuries.

Reported injuries

The firm has received two reports of injuries, including a broken leg and a knee injury.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these ski bindings immediately and return the Salomon-brand ski bindings to any authorized Salomon ski dealer, or return the Atomic-brand ski bindings to any authorized Atomic ski dealer, for a free inspection and replacement of the toe component.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Alpine Ski Bindings		About 10,000

Parties

Manufacturer: Salomon SAS
Importer: Salomon USA, of Ogden, Utah
Made in: Romania
Sold at: Authorized Salomon USA, Atomic USA ski dealers nationwide, $160.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (877) 789-5111 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. MT Monday through Friday; email qualityinfo.usa@salomon-sports.com, or visit the firm's Web sites at www.salomon.com or www.atomicsnow.com

Source: CPSC recall 10045. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.