Safety regulator, Black Diamond Equipment Announce Recall of Scarpa T2X Telemark Ski Boots
Recall 06518 · Dec 16, 2005 · Calzaturifico S.C.A.R.P.A. S.P.A.
2,300
units affected
2,300
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 06518
- Date
- Dec 16, 2005
- Company
- Calzaturifico S.C.A.R.P.A. S.P.A.
- Units affected
- 2,300
- Product
- Scarpa T2X Telemark Ski Boots
- Product type
- Skiing/Snowboarding
- Hazard
- Other or not stated
The product
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.
What can happen
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.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the ski boots and return them to the nearest dealer for a free replacement.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received two reports of cuffs cracking during boot fittings. No injuries have been reported.
- 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.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled scarpa t2x telemark ski boots?
Consumers should stop using the ski boots and return them to the nearest dealer for a free replacement.
What is the hazard?
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.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.