Snowshoes and snowshoe packages recalled over fall hazard

Recall date

March 7, 2017

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

L.L. Bean Recalls Snowshoes Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall number

17733

Sold / distributed

L.L. Bean stores nationwide, L.L. Bean catalog and online at www.llbean.com from November 2016 through February 2017 for about $170 for the snowshoes and $200 for the snowshoe package.

Why it was recalled

The plastic material on the snowshoes can weaken and break during use, posing a fall hazard to users.

What was recalled

This recall involves the L.L. Bean Adventure Adjustable Snowshoes 25"-30" and L.L. Bean Adventure Adjustable Snowshoe Package 25"-30". The recalled snowshoes have an aluminum frame with Boa bindings and a deck made from polyethylene with "ADVENTURE ADJ 25-30" printed on the side and "L.L. Bean" printed on the front. They were sold in red (Carbon Chili) and blue (Glacier/Teal) and can be worn with men's or women's winter boots. The recalled snowshoe package includes the recalled snowshoes, adjustable snowshoe poles and a bag.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the snowshoes and contact L.L. Bean for a full refund.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.