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Marker Völkl USA and Kästle Recall Ski Bindings Due to Fall Hazard

CPSC Recall #11-095 — January 11, 2011

Recall #11-095 Date: January 11, 2011 Remedy: Replace

Description

Steel springs in the heel pieces of the bindings could break.

Hazard

"Steel springs in the heel pieces of the bindings could break, posing a fall hazard to consumers."

Incidents / Injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled ski bindings and return Marker bindings to a Marker authorized retailer or return Kästle bindings to a Kästle authorized retailer for a free replacement heel binding. Consumers should bring their ski boots to be sure that the replacement bindings are adjusted correctly.

Units Affected

"About 5,400"

Sold At

Ski and specialty sports retailers nationwide from January 2010 through December 2010 for the Kästle bindings and from July 2010 through December 2010 for the Marker bindings. The bindings sold for between $280 and $340.

Importer

"Marker Völkl USA, of Lebanon, N.H. and Kästle GmbH, of Austria"

Manufactured In

Czech Republic

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