CPSCMay 20, 2008

K2 Sports Snowboard Bindings recall: Fall Hazard

K2 Sports Recalls Snowboard Bindings Due to Fall Hazard

Why was K2 Sports Snowboard Bindings recalled?

The cable that links the toe strap to the binding could break, posing a fall hazard to snowboarders.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the recalled bindings immediately and take them to the retailer where purchased or contact K2 Sports directly to arrange for free shipment and repair. Contact: For additional information, contact K2 Sports at (800) 985-2191 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email the company at [email protected], or visit the company's Web site at www.k2snowboarding.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
K2 "Auto" Series Snowboard Bindings, Model Year 2007
Company
K2 Sports, of Seattle, Wash.
Quantity
About 2,500 pairs
Sold at
Snowboard, ski, and sporting goods retailers nationwide from August 2007 through May 2008 for about $230.
Recall date
May 20, 2008
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves the 2007 model year K2 "Auto" snowboard bindings. They were sold in black or white. "K2" and "Auto" are printed on the toe strap.

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