Ski Boards Recalled by Line Skis Due to Fall Hazard from Binding Failure
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Date: | October 23 2007 |
Name of Products: | 2006 Line X-Fly and Line Pro Ski Boards |
Units: | About 1,250 |
Manufacturer: | Line Skis, of Seattle, Wash. |
Hazard: | Screws installed improperly can cause the bindings to come loose or pull off the ski board during use, causing the skier to lose control or fall and suffer injuries. |
Incidents/Injuries: | The firm has received one report of the screws that hold the binding to the ski board pulling out during use. No injuries have been reported. |
Description: | The 2006 Line X-Fly and Line Pro model ski boards were sold in 90 and 99 centimeter lengths. The Pro model is a twin-tip ski which is turned up at both ends. “Pro 90” or “Pro 98” is printed on the tail. The X-Fly is a unidirectional ski which is turned up on one end. “Fly 90” or “Fly 99” is printed on the tail. |
Sold at: | Ski, snowboard and sporting goods stores from September 2006 through January 2007 for about $180.
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Manufactured in: | Taiwan |
Remedy: | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ski boards and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. If consumers are unable to return the ski boards to the place of purchase, contact the firm for instructions. |
Consumer Contact: | Line Skis |