CPSCMarch 3, 2006

Snowboard Bindings recall: Fall Hazard

Snowboard Bindings Recalled Due to Fall Hazard

Why was Snowboard Bindings recalled?

The snowboard binding's plastic base can break during use, posing a risk that snowboarders can fall and suffer a serious injury.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the snowboard bindings immediately and return them to a Decathlon store for a gift certificate or reimbursement. Consumers will also receive a free pair of self-heating snow gloves. Contact: For more information, return the bindings to your local Decathlon store or call Decathlon at (800) 721-7780 between 8:30a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit Decathlon's Web site at www.decathlon-usa.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Quechua "Rn'x7FX" snowboard bindings
Company
Decathlon USA, of Wilmington, Mass.
Quantity
About 230 bindings
Sold at
Decathlon USA stores in Massachusetts from October 2005 through December 2005 for about $90.
Recall date
March 3, 2006
Incidents / injuries
Decathlon USA has received one report of a broken binding, though no injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The model Rn'x7FX Quechua snowboard bindings are white or black. The word "Quechua" is located on the back of the binding. The model number is stamped on the box. Other Quechua snowboard bindings are unaffected by the recall but consumers may bring them to the store for proper identification.

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