CPSCDecember 16, 2005

CPSC, Black Diamond Equipment Announce Recall of Scarpa

CPSC, Black Diamond Equipment Announce Recall of Scarpa T2X Telemark Ski Boots

Why was CPSC, Black Diamond Equipment Announce Recall of Scarpa recalled?

The plastic boot cuff can crack when flexed open in an unbuckled non-skiing position, causing discomfort on the ankle or shin, making the problem evident prior to skiing and thus unsuitable for use.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the ski boots and return them to the nearest dealer for a free replacement. Contact: Contact Local Dealer or Black Diamond Equipment at (801) 278-5533 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT, or e-mail [email protected]

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Scarpa T2X Telemark Ski Boots
Company
Calzaturifico S.C.A.R.P.A. S.P.A., of Italy, Black Diamond Equipment, of Salt Lake City, Utah
Quantity
About 2,300 pairs
Sold at
Black Diamond Equipment, Salt Lake City via [Ski] retailers, mail order and the Black Diamond Web site from September 2005 through October 10, 2005 for about $560.
Recall date
December 16, 2005
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received two reports of cuffs cracking during boot fittings. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The two recalled models of T2X Telemark ski boot can be identified by a dual color ankle cuff and the marking T2X on the outside of each boot (boxes are marked with model numbers: 142045 Men's and 142046). Repaired or replaced product can be identified by a single color cuff: Men's cuffs are red, women's cuffs are blue.

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