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Product recall · CPSCDecember 23, 2008Serious
Atomic Skis USA Ski Bindings Due to Unexpected Release, Fall Hazard
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The heel housing of the bindings can crack, causing the binding to release unexpectedly. This can cause the skier to lose control or fall and suffer injuries.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fall risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
Consumers should stop using these ski bindings immediately and return them to any authorized Atomic Ski dealer for a voucher toward a new heel component.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Atomic Ski USA toll-free at (888) 535-7555 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. MT Monday through Friday; e-mail consumerserviceUS@atomicsnow.com; or visit the firm's Web site at: https://www.atomic.com/en-us/contact
The product
The recall affects the heel components of the following Atomic alpine ski bindings: Race 310, Race 412, RaceRace 310, RaceRace 412, Xentrix 310, Xentrix 311, Xentrix 412, C310, C311, C412, CR 310, CR 412, R 310, R 412, SX 310, SX 412, Device 311, Device 412, Centro 310, Centro 412, and Dynamic ADX 312, RD10, X412, Centro 412. The recall includes only those bindings manufactured from 1998 through 2002 The year of manufacture can be located on the underside of the heel lever.
Details
- Units affected
- About 125,000 (an additional 1.0 million were sold outside the U.S.)
- Recall date
- December 23, 2008
- Brand
- Atomic Skis GmbH, of Austria
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- The firm has received four reports of injuries, including a concussion and injuries to the shoulder and knee from falls.
Authorized Atomic USA ski dealers nationwide from 1998 through 2005 for between $150 and $350.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Atomic Skis USA Recalls Ski Bindings Due to Unexpected Release, Fall Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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