CPSCFebruary 12, 2009

Nordica USA Recalls to Repair Skis

Nordica USA Recalls to Repair Skis; Binding Plates Can Break, Poses Fall Hazard to Skiers

Why was Nordica USA Recalls to Repair Skis recalled?

The binding plates could crack or break, causing the skier to lose control or fall and suffer injuries.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the recalled skis immediately and return them to the retailer for a free replacement binding plate. Contact: For additional information, contact Nordica USA at (800) 892-2668 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email the company at [email protected], or visit the company's Web site at www.nordicausa.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
XBi ALU Skis
Company
Nordica USA, of West Lebanon, N.H.
Quantity
About 4,500 pairs
Sold at
Ski retailers nationwide from August 2006 through December 2008 for between $800 and $1,500.
Recall date
February 12, 2009
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves the XBi binding component which has been utilized on the following Nordica ski models and model years: Year Series 2006 MACH3POWER 2007 DOBSPIT 2007 MACH3POWER 2007 MACH3 2007 MACH2 2007 HELLCAT 2007 FIREFOX 2007 DOBPROSL 2008 FIREFOX 2008 DOBPROSL 2008 DOBPROGS

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