Snowboard Boots with Boa Secondary Reels Recalled by Boa Due to Fall Hazard
Snowboard Boots with Boa Secondary Reels
Date of Recall
2016-02-18CPSC Release Number
16-105Manufactured In
ChinaUnits
About 33,000 (in addition, about 4,500 in Canada)Distributor
Boa Technology, Inc., of Denver, Colo.Sold By
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.Problem/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.Injuries/Incidents
The firm received two reports of incidents. No injuries have been reported.Description
This recall involves snowboard boots with the M3v2 secondary reel dials, which are used to adjust the fit at the forefoot and tongue of the boots. This recall involves all sizes and colors of the following snowboard boot brand models containing the M3v2 reel:
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.Consumer Contact
Boa Technology, Inc., toll free at 1-844-203-1297, email at [email protected] or online at www.boatechnology.com and click on "2015/16 Snowboard + Ski Boot Secondary Reel Recall" for more information.Recall Comments
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