‘Stop Use’ Recall Of Backcountry Ski Binding From Atomic, Salomon, Armada

Amer Sports Winter & Outdoor has issued a recall for 4,250 ski touring bindings from Armada, Atomic Ski, and Salomon, due to a defect in the toe component that presents a risk of falling and injury. This recall, announced on November 9, involves bindings that may have an unexpected breakage in the spring guiding axis, potentially causing the ski boot to detach from the ski. This defect can lead to injuries or difficult situations in backcountry skiing.

The recall affects specific models from these brands, with bindings manufactured between May 1, 2022, and March 31, 2023. Owners can check if their bindings are affected by visiting the respective recall pages of Salomon, Atomic, and Armada. Affected bindings should be taken to an authorized dealer for a free replacement, especially with the ski season already underway. The issue specifically relates to bindings with gray springs in the toe component and includes certain serial numbers listed in the recall notice.

Official Description:

This recall involves Armada, Atomic, and Salomon brand ski touring bindings. The ski bindings hold a consumer’s ski boot in place on the ski. The brand name is printed on the heel of the ski binding. The recall includes the following brands and model names having the following serial numbers: serial numbers ranging from 22P00000 to 22P10531; 22P92954 to 22P99999, 23P10531 to 23P10886 and 230600000 to 230769999 are included in this recall. The serial number is only visible when the bindings are disassembled. Consumers should visit authorized dealers who will disassemble and verify if a binding is included in this recall. The only ski bindings included in this recall have gray springs in the toe component.

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