Rollerblade recalls Spark and Spitfire inline skates purchased since 2009 due to loose bolts causing falls. Consumers must check and tighten bolts to prevent injury.
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.
Rollerblade is recalling several models of inline skates made since 2009 because loose bolts can cause falls and injuries. Users should check and tighten bolts to keep the skates safe.
Loose frame mounting bolts and wheel axle bolts can cause the wheels or frame to become unstable. This instability may lead to the rider falling, which could result in injury.
Owners of Spark Pro, Spark 80, and Spitfire inline skates purchased since September 2009 are affected. Skaters who use these models without checking bolts are at risk of falling.
Check for the following models: Spark Pro (Men's/Women's), Spark 80 (Men's/Women's), and Spitfire (Boy's/Girl's/S) inline skates with SKUs listed in the recall notice. These were sold since September 2009.
Check all wheel-axle and frame-mounting bolts to ensure they are properly tightened.
If bolts are loose, tighten them following the video instructions on rollerblade.com.
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
No, only specific models purchased since September 2009 are affected.
Check the model and SKU listed in the recall notice: Spark Pro, Spark 80, or Spitfire models with the provided SKUs.
No, the skates are safe to use after bolts are checked and tightened.
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Subject: Recall 501 — Rollerblade Spark, Spitfire Inline Skates Hello, I own a Spark, Spitfire Inline Skates that is covered by recall 501 from Rollerblade. The official recall notice states: 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 I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
