The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·00057·Announced 2000-01-24

K2 Corp. Recalls FLIGHT ALX In-Line Skates Due to Brake Mount Defect

K2 Corp. is recalling about 12,000 FLIGHT ALX in-line skates because the plastic brake mount could crack and fail, posing a risk of serious injury.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the brake mount could fail causing serious injury, but no injuries have been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

K2 Corp. is recalling approximately 12,000 FLIGHT ALX brand in-line skates. The recall involves model numbers S00161 or S00162 manufactured before November 20, 1999. Women's skates are maroon and silver in sizes 4 through 11, while men's skates are gray and orange in sizes 5 through 14. The brand name and model number are located on the skate's tongue, and the manufacturing date is stamped on the footbed in the heel.

The recall is being conducted because the skate's plastic brake mount could crack and fail. This failure could cause the skater to fall and suffer serious injury. The company has not reported any incidents or injuries associated with these skates; the recall is a precautionary measure to prevent potential harm.

The skates were sold at sporting goods stores nationwide from August 1999 through November 1999 for about $200. Consumers should stop using these skates immediately and return them to the store where purchased for free replacement skates. For more information, consumers can call K2 Corp. at (800) 426-1617 or visit the company's website.

The recalled product

Product
FLIGHT ALX brand in-line skates
Manufacturer
K2 Corp., of Vashon, Wash.
Category
Consumer Product — Sporting Goods
Hazard
Affected units
12,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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