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Atomic Skis USA Recalls Ski Bindings Due to Unexpected Release, Fall Hazard

U.S. CPSCFallsDec 23, 2008
Recalled Ski Binding
Recalled Ski Binding

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Hazard

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.

Remedy

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.

Incidents & injuries

The firm has received four reports of injuries, including a concussion and injuries to the shoulder and knee from falls.

Product description

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.

Sold on

Authorized Atomic USA ski dealers nationwide from 1998 through 2005 for between $150 and $350.

Contact the company

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 [email protected]; or visit the firm's Web site at: https://www.atomic.com/en-us/contact

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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