CPSC recall 09-127, announced February 12, 2009, covers Nordica XBi ALU Skis (about 4,500 units). The binding plates could crack or break, causing the skier to lose control or fall and suffer injuries. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using the recalled skis immediately and return them to the retailer for a free replacement binding plate. Recall contact: call (800) 892-2668, go to www.nordicausa.com, or email info@nordicausa.com.
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Affected model numbers
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: MACH3POWER, MACH3, MACH2.
Which products are included?
This recall involves the XBi binding component which has been utilized on the following Nordica ski models and model years: Year Series 2006 MACH3POWER 2007 DOBSPIT 2007 MACH3POWER 2007 MACH3 2007 MACH2 2007 HELLCAT 2007 FIREFOX 2007 DOBPROSL 2008 FIREFOX 2008 DOBPROSL 2008 DOBPROGS
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The binding plates could crack or break, causing the skier to lose control or fall and suffer injuries.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled skis immediately and return them to the retailer for a free replacement binding plate.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Nordica
- Recall number
- 09-127
- Units
- About 4,500 pairs
- Manufactured in
- Italy
- Sold at / sales period
- Ski retailers nationwide from August 2006 through December 2008 for between $800 and $1,500.
- Distributor
- Nordica USA, of West Lebanon, N.H.
XBi ALU Skis
CPSC product type: Skiing/Snowboarding
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Nordica USA at (800) 892-2668 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email the company at info@nordicausa.com, or visit the company's Web site at www.nordicausa.com
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