CPSC, Rossignol, and Dynastar Announce Recall of Snowboard Bindings
CPSC recall 05535 · announced February 1, 2005 · Rossignol Ski Company, Inc. And Skis Dynastar, Inc. Of Williston, Vermont · 11,000 units affected
The product
This recall includes all 2003/2004 model year Rossignol-brand HC 500, Zena, Unit Pack, HC Rental, and Unit Rental snowboard bindings. Also included are the 2003/2004 model year Dynastar-brand Classic RL and Classic Pack snowboard bindings. This recall does not involve current products (2004-2005) or other models.
The hazard
The baseplate of the binding can break, resulting in loss of control and possible fall and injury to the snowboarder.
What to do (per CPSC)
Recalled snowboard bindings should be returned to the place of purchase for a free replacement binding of equal value. This recall was implemented in December 2003.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): There have been reports of 23 broken bindings. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Sporting goods stores and ski and snowboard rental shops nationwide, from October 2003 through December 2003, for about $130.
Consumer contact: Contact Rossignol Ski Company, Inc. at 877-677-6092 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or Skis Dynastar, Inc. at 800-992-3962 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.