CPSCGeneral Alert
Ski Boards Recalled by Line Skis Due to Fall Hazard from Binding Failure
Published: October 23, 2007Recall ID: 08042Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / 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.
Product Description & Identification
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.
Affected Products
2006 Line X-Fly and Line Pro Ski Boards
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Ski-Boards-Recalled-by-Line-Skis-Due-to-Fall-Hazard-from-Binding-Failure |
| Title | Ski Boards Recalled by Line Skis Due to Fall Hazard from Binding Failure |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/8e08bde9bf5a43ce9f19ef5ea1d33e53.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled Line X-Fly and Line Pro Ski Boards |
| Hazards › Name | 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. |
| Injuries › Name | 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. |
| Products › Name | 2006 Line X-Fly and Line Pro Ski Boards |
| Products › Type | Skiing/Snowboarding |
| Products › Category I D | 2130 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 1,250 |
| Recall I D | 4057 |
| Remedies › Name | 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. |
| Retailers › Name | Ski, snowboard and sporting goods stores from September 2006 through January 2007 for about $180. |
| Recall Date | 2007-10-23T00:00:00 |
| 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. |
| Recall Number | 08042 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Line Skis, of Seattle, Wash. |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact Line Skis at (800) 987-2576 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, or visit the firm's Web site at www.lineskis.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | Taiwan |