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Rollerblade USA Recalls to Repair Inline Skates Due to Risk of Injury

Reported: November 9, 2010 Initiated: November 9, 2010 #11033

Product Description

This recall involves the following models of inline skates purchased since September 2009. - Spark Pro, Men's (SKU# 00792200816), Black - Spark Pro, Women's (SKU# 007923007E2), Anthracite (Grey) - Spark 80, Men's (SKU# 00702800956), Black - Spark 80, Women's (SKU# 007029009A6), Anthracite (Grey) - Spitfire, Boy's (SKU# 00705500741), Black - Spitfire, Girl's (SKU# 007056007Y8), Silver - Spitfire S, Boy's (SKU# 00705700956), Black - Spitfire S, Girl's (SKU# 007058009A7), Anthracite (Grey) - Spitfire LX, (SKU# 00705000955), Silver

Reason for Recall

The frame mounting bolts and wheel axle bolts can be loose on new skates. Loose wheels or frames on the skates can cause the rider to fall, posing a risk of injury.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately inspect all wheel-axle and frame-mounting bolts to ensure that they are properly tightened. Rollerblade USA recommends regular inspection and tightening of bolts. After wheel-axle and frame mounting bolts are inspected and tightened if needed, products are acceptable for sale and use. Video instructions on bolt tightening and maintenance are available at www.rollerblade.com

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the following models of inline skates purchased since September 2009. - Spark Pro, Men's (SKU# 00792200816), Black - Spark Pro, Women's (SKU# 007923007E2), Anthracite (Grey) - Spark 80, Men's (SKU# 00702800956), Black - Spark 80, Women's (SKU# 007029009A6), Anthracite (Grey) - Spitfire, Boy's (SKU# 00705500741), Black - Spitfire, Girl's (SKU# 007056007Y8), Silver - Spitfire S, Boy's (SKU# 00705700956), Black - Spitfire S, Girl's (SKU# 007058009A7), Anthracite (Grey) - Spitfire LX, (SKU# 00705000955), Silver. Units affected: About 29,000 pairs.
Why was this product recalled?
The frame mounting bolts and wheel axle bolts can be loose on new skates. Loose wheels or frames on the skates can cause the rider to fall, posing a risk of injury.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately inspect all wheel-axle and frame-mounting bolts to ensure that they are properly tightened. Rollerblade USA recommends regular inspection and tightening of bolts. After wheel-axle and frame mounting bolts are inspected and tightened if needed, products are acceptable for sale and use. Video instructions on bolt tightening and maintenance are available at www.rollerblade.com
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 9, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11033.