Salomon USA Recalls Ski Bindings Due to Unexpected Release, Fall Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2009-11-19 · 10045
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.
Recall
Number
10045
Date
2009-11-19
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Alpine Ski Bindings
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Salomon SAS, of France
Retailer(s)
Authorized Salomon USA and Atomic USA ski dealers nationwide from September 2008 through October 2009 for between $90 and $160.
Importer(s)
Salomon USA, of Ogden, Utah
Country of manufacture
Romania
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.