CPSC2016-02-18
Snowboard Boots with Boa Secondary Reels Recalled by Boa Due to Fall Hazard
Boa Technology, Inc., of Denver, Colo.
Hazard
The secondary reel can become stuck in the open position, causing the fit at the forefoot of the boot or tongue to loosen and posing a fall hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the snowboard boots and contact the retailer where the boots were purchased or Boa for a free repair kit. Free replacement reels and a repair tool will be provided with instructions. A repair video is also available at https://vimeo.com/boa/M3v2fix.
Sold at
REI and other retailers nationwide and online, including at REI.com and Backcountry.com, from June 2015 through October 2015 for between $100 to $750.
Affected count
About 33,000 (in addition, about 4,500 in Canada)
Injuries reported
The firm received two reports of incidents. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Snowboard Boots with Boa Secondary Reels
Consumer contact
Boa Technology, Inc., toll free at 1-844-203-1297, email at info@boatechnology.com or online at www.boatechnology.com and click on "2015/16 Snowboard + Ski Boot Secondary Reel Recall" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Snowboard-Boots-with-Boa-Secondary-Reels-Recalled-by-BoaDon't want to check this manually?
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