. ski analyses : Recalled Alpine ski binding - 26 February 2010 - 14:12
Alpine ski binding - Salomon “LZ”, Atomic “Evox 2.8”, Atomic “FFG 8” and TECNOpro “TL 70” and “TL 80”
21-Nov-2009
Details
Brand: Salomon / Atomic / TECNOpro
Type/number of model:
SALOMON branded products:
- LZ 7, LZ 8, LZ 9
- LZ 7 SR, LZ 8 SR, LZ 8 SC
- JLZ 9
ATOMIC branded products:
EVOX 2.8, EVOX 2.8+ and EVOX2.8++, FFG 8
TECNOpro branded products:
- TL 70, TL 80- TL 70 SP, TL 80 SP
- TL 70 SR, TL 80 SC
The ski bindings concerned by the recall all bear a manufacture date code ending in "8" (indicating the year 2008). This code is located on the central section of the binding toe piece, at the place where the ski boot comes into contact with the toe piece.
Description: Alpine ski binding
Country of origin: Romania
Danger
Injuries
The product poses a risk of injuries because there is the possibility that it could inadvertently release during use when the binding is set to a low release value (DIN value below 5) and/or the front part of the ski boot is worn.
Two incidents have been reported where injuries were attributed to the inadvertent release of the binding.
Action Taken
Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the manufacturer.
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The Next Step...
If you purchased this item, get in touch with the place you bought it from to find out what to do next.
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