CPSC recall 19-168, announced July 16, 2019, covers K2 Sports VO2 S inline skates (about 2,700 units). The skate axle can become loose or a portion of the axle can sheer off during use resulting in a wheel separating from the skate's frame, posing a fall hazard. The notice cites 4 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled skates and contact K2 Sports or the store where purchased to return the skates for a free repair. Recall contact: call 866-734-5746, go to www.k2skates.com, or email k2vo2s@k2sports.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
K2 is printed on the toe and wheels of the skates and the model name is printed on the label found on the tongue of the skate as well as the Velcro ankle strap.
Which products are included?
This recall involves the following K2 Sports skate models. K2 is printed on the toe and wheels of the skates and the model name is printed on the label found on the tongue of the skate as well as the Velcro ankle strap. The Item Number can be found on the product ID sticker on the skate packaging and is the first ten numbers of the thirteen digit product code (PROD CODE). Item Number (PROD CODE) Model Name Color I190201101 VO2 S 90 PRO M Black/Steel/Red I190201201 VO2 S 90 PRO W Black/Blue I190201301 VO2 S 100 PRO M Black/Yellow I190201401 VO2 S 100 X PRO W (Hi Lo) Black /Purple I190201501 VO2 S 100 BOA Red/White
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The skate axle can become loose or a portion of the axle can sheer off during use resulting in a wheel separating from the skate's frame, posing a fall hazard.
Incidents and injuries
K2 Sports has received four reports of loose axle hardware. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled skates and contact K2 Sports or the store where purchased to return the skates for a free repair. K2 Sports is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- K2 Sports
- Recall number
- 19-168
- Units
- About 2,700 pairs of skates (in addition, about 740 pairs were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- Thailand
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty stores nationwide and online at www.k2sports.com from January 2019 through May 2019 for between $280 and $300.
- Importer
- K2 Sports LLC, of Seattle, Wash.
Recall contact information
K2 Sports toll-free at 866-734-5746 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email k2vo2s@k2sports.com or online at www.k2skates.com and click on “Safety Alert Regarding the VO2 S Skate” for more information.
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