The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·06104·Announced 2006-03-03

Quechua Snowboard Bindings Recalled Due to Fall Hazard

Decathlon USA is recalling Quechua Rn'x7FX snowboard bindings because the plastic base can break, posing a fall hazard.

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 plastic base can break, posing a risk of serious injury, but no injuries have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Decathlon USA is recalling approximately 230 Quechua "Rn'x7FX" snowboard bindings due to a fall hazard. The plastic base of the binding can break during use, which poses a risk that snowboarders can fall and suffer a serious injury. Decathlon USA has received one report of a broken binding, though no injuries have been reported.

The recalled bindings are white or black and feature the word "Quechua" on the back. The model number is stamped on the box. Other Quechua snowboard bindings are not affected by this recall, but consumers may bring them to the store for proper identification. The affected products were sold at Decathlon USA stores in Massachusetts from October 2005 through December 2005 for about $90.

Consumers should stop using the snowboard bindings immediately and return them to a Decathlon store for a gift certificate or reimbursement. Consumers will also receive a free pair of self-heating snow gloves. For more information, consumers can call Decathlon at (800) 721-7780 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.decathlon-usa.com.

The recalled product

Product
Quechua "Rn'x7FX" snowboard bindings
Manufacturer
Decathlon USA, of Wilmington, Mass.
Category
Consumer Product — Snowboarding Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
230

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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