CPSC recall 07-554, announced May 30, 2007, covers K2 Sports Marker M1 Demo Ski Bindings (about 7,400 units). Skiers can unintentionally displace a lever at the rear of the binding, which is used for fitting adjustment by ski technicians. The notice cites 10 incident reports. Ski shops have been advised to stop renting skis with these bindings until they have been repaired. Recall contact: call (888) 546-3754.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves Marker M1 Demo ski bindings, which fit only on certain K2 skis with the K2/Marker Mod integrated mounting system. These bindings will not mount on other skis. Consumer versions of Marker ski bindings do not have a gray boot sole length adjustment lever on the back of the heel and are not included in this Recall Alert.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Skiers can unintentionally displace a lever at the rear of the binding, which is used for fitting adjustment by ski technicians. If it is fully displaced, it can result in the unexpected release of the binding and possibly cause the user to fall.
Incidents and injuries
K2 Sports has received at least 10 reports of bindings unexpectedly releasing, which may be due to this hazard, including one report of a skier receiving bruises and one skier reporting a shoulder injury.
Official remedy
Ski shops have been advised to stop renting skis with these bindings until they have been repaired. All adjustments and inspections of Alpine ski bindings should be performed by a qualified ski shop technician.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- K2 Sports
- Recall number
- 07-554
- Units
- About 7,400 pairs
- Manufactured in
- Germany, Czech Republic
- Sold at / sales period
- Ski rental shops nationwide from October through December 2006. These skis were not sold to consumers.
- Distributor
- K2 Sports, of Seattle, Wash.
Marker M1 Demo Ski Bindings
CPSC product type: Skiing/Snowboarding
Recall contact information
For information, retailers and consumers should contact K2 Consumer Affairs at (888) 546-3754 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Press "3" to be connected to a technical support specialist.
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