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GNU Snowboard Bindings Recalled by Mervin Manufacturing Due to Fall Hazard

Name: GNU Snowboard Bindings Recalled by Mervin Manufacturing Due to Fall Hazard
Brand: GNU Snowboard Bindings
SKU: CPSC-13200
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 1.0 (1 reviews)

Veröffentlicht: 28. Mai 2013Rückruf-ID: 13200Kategorie: VerbraucherprodukteLand: Vereinigte Staaten

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Grund für den Rückruf / Gefahr

The ankle straps can break posing a fall hazard.

Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation

The recalled snowboard bindings include men's, youth, and women's sizes. The bindings attach to the snowboard with screws, and to the snowboard boot with straps with buckles. The brand name "GNU" is imprinted on the front of the straps or on the baseplate. The SKU number can be found on the model sticker located on the original packaging. The following styles and SKU numbers are included in the recall: Name SKU # MEN'S AGRO 213710 - 213720 BACKDOOR 213105 - 213115 CHOICE 213510 - 213540 MUTANT/BIGFOOT 213610 - 213640 PSYCH 213410 - 213460 STREET 213205 - 213235 WEIRD 213305 - 213355 YOUTH GNUNIOR 213005 WOMEN'S B-FAMOUS/YETI 214405 - 214435 B-FREE COPPER 214305 - 214335 B-HERE 214205 - 214230 B-REAL 214105 - 214130 B-TRUE 214005 - 214010

Betroffene Produkte

GNU Snowboard Bindings

Additional Source Details

Field	Value
U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/GNU-Snowboard-Bindings-Recalled-by-Mervin-Manufacturing
Title	GNU Snowboard Bindings Recalled by Mervin Manufacturing Due to Fall Hazard
Images › 1 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2013.13200.1213_gnu_agro_greenLARGE.jpg
Images › 1 › Caption	AGRO Green
Images › 2 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2013.13200.1213_gnu_weird_blackLARGE.jpg
Images › 2 › Caption	WEIRD Black
Images › 3 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2013.13200.1213_gnu_gnunior_blackLARGE.jpg
Images › 3 › Caption	GNUNIOR Black
Images › 4 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2013.13200.1213_gnu_b-real_whiteLARGE.jpg
Images › 4 › Caption	B-REAL White
Images › 5 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2013.13200.1213_gnu_b-free_copperLARGE.jpg
Images › 5 › Caption	B-FREE Cooper
Hazards › Name	The ankle straps can break posing a fall hazard.
Injuries › Name	The firm has received 30 reports of the binding straps breaking. No injuries were reported.
Products › Name	GNU Snowboard Bindings
Products › Type	Snowboarding
Products › Category I D	68281
Products › Number Of Units	About 6,800 pairs in the U.S. and 1,200 in Canada
Recall I D	1385
Remedies › Name	Consumers should immediately stop using the bindings and contact Mervin Manufacturing for instructions for receiving free replacement straps.
Importers › Name	Mervin Manufacturing, of Seattle, Wash.
Retailers › Name	Specialty Sports Inc., REI and other national, small chain and independent sporting goods stores, and online at www.backcountry.com and www.mervin.com from August 2012 to March 2013 for between $125 and $310.
Recall Date	2013-05-28T00:00:00
Description	The recalled snowboard bindings include men's, youth, and women's sizes. The bindings attach to the snowboard with screws, and to the snowboard boot with straps with buckles. The brand name "GNU" is imprinted on the front of the straps or on the baseplate. The SKU number can be found on the model sticker located on the original packaging. The following styles and SKU numbers are included in the recall: Name SKU # MEN'S AGRO 213710 - 213720 BACKDOOR 213105 - 213115 CHOICE 213510 - 213540 MUTANT/BIGFOOT 213610 - 213640 PSYCH 213410 - 213460 STREET 213205 - 213235 WEIRD 213305 - 213355 YOUTH GNUNIOR 213005 WOMEN'S B-FAMOUS/YETI 214405 - 214435 B-FREE COPPER 214305 - 214335 B-HERE 214205 - 214230 B-REAL 214105 - 214130 B-TRUE 214005 - 214010
Recall Number	13200
Remedy Options › Option	Replace
Inconjunctions › U R L	https://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2013/33615r-eng.php
Consumer Contact	Mervin Manufacturing at (800) 905-0551 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.mervin.com and click on Recall for additional information.
Last Publish Date	2015-01-23T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › Country	Slovakia

Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately

Safety Steps

1Verify Product Identifiers

Check the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.

2Isolate & Discontinue Use

Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.

3Claim Free Statutory Remedy

Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.

4Report Adverse Incidents

If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).

Your Legal Rights as a Consumer

Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall

FAQ Guide

Q1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought GNU Snowboard Bindings Recalled by Mervin Manufacturing Due to Fall Hazard?

Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.

Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?

Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.

Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?

In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.

Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?

This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.

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