Ogden, UT - Atomic Ski USA, Inc., in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, is carrying out a voluntary precautionary recall of heel components of certain ski bindings manufactured between 1998 and 2002 and sold under the brand names Atomic Race, Xentrix, Device, Centro and Dynamic. The heel housing component of these bindings could crack, possibly causing the binding to release early, posing a falling risk to the skier.
Atomic has received four reports of injuries, including a concussion and injuries to the shoulder and knee from falls. The bindings, manufactured in Austria, retailed for $150 to $350.

This safety recall is effective immediately, and Atomic urges that these bindings must no longer be used. The company is directing owners of these models to bring their skis to an authorized Atomic USA Ski dealer, where an appropriate replacement of the affected heel components will be made free of charge.

An example of the ski binding heel pieces manufactured between 1998 and 2002 that have been recalled by Atomic Ski USA. (photo: Atomic Ski USA)

"Bindings play a major role in ski safety equipment. We decided to conduct this voluntary, precautionary recall for the safety of our consumers who continue to enjoy these Atomic binding models today," said Michael Adams, General Manager, Atomic USA.

The specific Atomic models involved were manufactured between 1998 and 2002 under the following names: Race 310, Race 412, RaceRace 310, RaceRace 412, Xentrix 310, Xentrix 311, Xentrix 412, C310, C311, C412, CR 310, CR 412, R 310, R 412, SX 310, SX 412, Device 311, Device 412, Centro 310, Centro 412, and Dynamic models ADX 312, RD10, X412, and Centro 412. Other models, such as the Race 614 and Race 1018, are not involved in the recall.

To assist consumers in learning about this recall and in finding Atomic USA ski dealers where the affected heel components can be returned, Atomic USA recommends that consumers visit the web page www.atomicsnow.com/us/consumer-service.html or call Atomic USA's dedicated toll-free hotline, (888) 535-7555. Consumers may also email the company at consumerserviceUS@atomicsnow.com.