CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
Fall
CPSC, Trak Inc. Announce Recall of Snowshoe Bindings
This recall involves bindings sold on the "Karhu Meta Sweeper" and "Karhu Morph Sweeper" snowshoes. The orange hybrid snowshoe Meta is 120 cm and has blue universal bindings. The blue Morph Sweeper is 130 cm with blue universal bindings. The snowshoes are high back, with a front toe strap and a pivot point.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using these snowshoes and return them to the store where purchased for a free repair kit.
Contact Information
For more information, consumers can contact Trak Inc. toll-free at (888) 288-2668 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.karhu.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Skiboards.com web site, LL Bean, Cabela's, Erehwon Mountain Outfitters, and Vail Bicycle stores sold these snowshoes nationwide, during November 2002, for about $250.
Injuries
CPSC and Trak Inc. are not aware of any injuries involving these bindings. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
Manufacturer
Skiboards.com
Recall Number
03080
Product Information
Product Name
Karhu Meta Sweeper Snowshoe Bindings
Product Type
Skiing/Snowboarding
Manufacturer Name
Skiboards.com