The skate axle can become loose or a portion of the axle can sheer off during use resulting in a wheel separating from the skate’s frame, posing a fall hazard.
K2 Sports toll-free at 866-734-5746 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email k2vo2s@k2sports.com or online at www.k2skates.com and click on “Safety Alert Regarding the VO2 S Skate” for more information.
Recall Details
This recall involves the following K2 Sports skate models. K2 is printed on the toe and wheels of the skates and the model name is printed on the label found on the tongue of the skate as well as the Velcro ankle strap. The Item Number can be found on the product ID sticker on the skate packaging and is the first ten numbers of the thirteen digit product code (PROD CODE).
Item Number |
Model Name |
Color |
I190201101 |
VO2 S 90 PRO M |
Black/Steel/Red |
I190201201 |
VO2 S 90 PRO W |
Black/Blue |
I190201301 |
VO2 S 100 PRO M |
Black/Yellow |
I190201401 |
VO2 S 100 X PRO W (Hi Lo) |
Black /Purple |
I190201501 |
VO2 S 100 BOA |
Red/White |
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled skates and contact K2 Sports or the store where purchased to return the skates for a free repair. K2 Sports is contacting all known purchasers directly.
K2 Sports has received four reports of loose axle hardware. No injuries have been reported.
K2 Sports LLC, of Seattle, Wash.
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