CPSC recall 06-104, announced March 3, 2006, covers Decathlon Quechua "Rn'x7FX" snowboard bindings (about 230 units). The snowboard binding's plastic base can break during use, posing a risk that snowboarders can fall and suffer a serious injury. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should stop using the snowboard bindings immediately and return them to a Decathlon store for a gift certificate or reimbursement. Recall contact: call (800) 721-7780, or go to www.decathlon-usa.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
The model number is stamped on the box.
Which products are included?
The model Rn'x7FX Quechua snowboard bindings are white or black. The word "Quechua" is located on the back of the binding. The model number is stamped on the box. Other Quechua snowboard bindings are unaffected by the recall but consumers may bring them to the store for proper identification.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The snowboard binding's plastic base can break during use, posing a risk that snowboarders can fall and suffer a serious injury.
Incidents and injuries
Decathlon USA has received one report of a broken binding, though no injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the snowboard bindings immediately and return them to a Decathlon store for a gift certificate or reimbursement. Consumers will also receive a free pair of self-heating snow gloves.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Decathlon
- Manufacturer
- Decathlon USA, of Wilmington, Mass.
- Recall number
- 06-104
- Units
- About 230 bindings
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Decathlon USA stores in Massachusetts from October 2005 through December 2005 for about $90.
Quechua "Rn'x7FX" snowboard bindings
CPSC product type: Skiing/Snowboarding
Recall contact information
For more information, return the bindings to your local Decathlon store or call Decathlon at (800) 721-7780 between 8:30a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit Decathlon's Web site at www.decathlon-usa.com
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