CPSC recall 10-045, announced November 19, 2009, covers Salomon SAS Alpine Ski Bindings (about 10,000 units). 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. The notice cites 2 incident reports and 2 injuries. 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. Recall contact: call (877) 789-5111, go to www.salomon.com, or email qualityinfo.usa@salomon-sports.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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
"Salomon" or "Atomic" and the respective model number are displayed on the ski bindings.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
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.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received two reports of injuries, including a broken leg and a knee injury.
Official 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.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Salomon SAS
- Manufacturer
- Salomon SAS, of France
- Recall number
- 10-045
- Units
- About 10,000
- Manufactured in
- Romania
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Salomon USA and Atomic USA ski dealers nationwide from September 2008 through October 2009 for between $90 and $160.
- Importer
- Salomon USA, of Ogden, Utah
Alpine Ski Bindings
CPSC product type: Skiing/Snowboarding
Recall contact information
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
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