Snowshoes and snowshoe packages
CPSC Recall #17-733 — March 7, 2017
Product
Snowshoes and snowshoe packages
Description
This recall involves the L.L. Bean Adventure Adjustable Snowshoes 25”-30” and L.L. Bean Adventure Adjustable Snowshoe Package 25”-30”. The recalled snowshoes have an aluminum frame with Boa bindings and a deck made from polyethylene with “ADVENTURE ADJ 25-30” printed on the side and “L.L. Bean” printed on the front. They were sold in red (Carbon Chili) and blue (Glacier/Teal) and can be worn with men’s or women’s winter boots. The recalled snowshoe package includes the recalled snowshoes, adjustable snowshoe poles and a bag.
Hazard
The plastic material on the snowshoes can weaken and break during use, posing a fall hazard to users.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received four reports of the plastic on the snowshoes cracking. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the snowshoes and contact L.L. Bean for a full refund.
Units Affected
About 3,000
Sold At
L.L. Bean stores nationwide, L.L. Bean catalog and online at www.llbean.com from November 2016 through February 2017 for about $170 for the snowshoes and $200 for the snowshoe package.
Importer
Syngery Sportz, LLC/dba Yukon Charlie’s
Manufactured In
Taiwan