Sleds recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 8, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Kwik Tek Recalls Sleds Due to Crash Hazard

Recall number

16190

Sold / distributed

LL Bean, Yukon Charlie's nationwide and online at Amazon.com, EMS.com, LLBean.com, SharperImage.com and YukonCharlies.com from June 2014 to June 2016 for about $180.

Why it was recalled

The front handle bar assembly can break, posing a crash hazard.

What was recalled

This recall involves the Hammerhead sleds, which were sold in blue, green, orange and yellow. The front handle bars have a steering system with polycarbonate skis. The rear HDPE skis are attached to the main aluminum frame. The units measure 23 inches wide by 9 inches high by 51 inches deep and weigh about 10 pounds. "Hammerhead Pro" is written on the top of the sled.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sleds and contact Kwik Tek for a free replacement front end.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.