2006 Line X-Fly and Line Pro Ski Boards

CPSC Recall #08-042 — October 22, 2007

Recall Summary

Recall Number08-042
Recall DateOctober 22, 2007
Remedy TypeRefund
Units AffectedAbout 1,250
ManufacturerLine Skis, of Seattle, Wash.
Manufactured InTaiwan

Where It Was Sold

Ski
snowboard and sporting goods stores from September 2006 through January 2007 for about $180.

Product

2006 Line X-Fly and Line Pro Ski Boards

Description

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Line Skis, of Seattle, Wash., is voluntarily recalling about 1,250 2006 Line X-Fly and Line Pro Ski Boards. 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.Name of Product: 2006 Line X-Fly and Line Pro Ski BoardsUnits: About 1,250Manufacturer: Line Skis, of Seattle, Wash.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.Incidents/Injuries: 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.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.Sold at: Ski, snowboard and sporting goods stores from September 2006 through January 2007 for about $180.Manufactured in: TaiwanRemedy: 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.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 website at www.lineskis.com.

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.

Incidents & Injuries

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.

Remedy Instructions

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.

What Should You Do?

Stop using this product immediately. Contact the manufacturer for a Refund at no charge. If you experienced an injury, report it at SaferProducts.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Follow the consumer action instructions in the recall notice above. Most recalls require you to stop using the product and contact the manufacturer directly — either by calling the toll-free number listed in the official CPSC notice or by visiting the manufacturer's website. You generally do not need a receipt or original packaging to claim a remedy. The manufacturer is legally required to provide the remedy (Refund) at no cost to you.

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In most cases, no. CPSC-coordinated recall remedies are designed to be accessible without proof of purchase. Manufacturers typically ask consumers to self-certify ownership and may ask for photos of the product or its serial number. Some manufacturers request that you mail in a portion of the product (such as a cut cord or removed component) as proof of disposal. Check the specific remedy instructions for this recall for exact requirements. If you registered your product at the time of purchase, the process is usually even simpler.

If the original manufacturer has gone out of business, the recall remedy may no longer be available through them. In this case, contact CPSC directly at 1-800-638-2772 or cpsc.gov for guidance. If the brand was acquired by another company, the acquiring company may have assumed recall obligations. In some cases where a remedy is unavailable, CPSC advises consumers to safely dispose of the product. If you were injured by the product of a defunct company, consult a product liability attorney — parent companies, distributors, and retailers may still bear liability in some circumstances.