CPSC

"Karhu Meta Sweeper" and "Karhu Morph Sweeper" snowshoe Recalled for Fall Hazard

"Karhu Meta Sweeper" snowshoe with recalled bindings
"Karhu Meta Sweeper" snowshoe with recalled bindings
"Karhu Morph Sweeper" snowshoe with recalled bindings
"Karhu Morph Sweeper" snowshoe with recalled bindings

Hazard

Screws and other hardware used to keep the bindings intact are too short, causing the binding to separate from the shoe. This poses a fall hazard to consumers.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these snowshoes and return them to the store where purchased for a free repair kit.

Consumer Contact

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

Products

"Karhu Meta Sweeper" and "Karhu Morph Sweeper" snowshoe bindings

Injuries & Incidents

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.