The Recall Desk
ModerateCPSC·06518·Announced 2005-12-16

Scarpa T2X Telemark Ski Boots Recalled Due to Cracking Cuffs

CPSC and Black Diamond Equipment are recalling Scarpa T2X Telemark Ski Boots because the plastic boot cuff can crack, causing discomfort.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a defect causing discomfort with no reported injuries, fitting the criteria for a voluntary precautionary recall or low-risk issue.

Plain-English summary

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Black Diamond Equipment are recalling Scarpa T2X Telemark Ski Boots. The recall involves approximately 2,300 pairs of the boots, which were sold by Black Diamond Equipment via ski retailers, mail order, and the Black Diamond website from September 2005 through October 10, 2005, for about $560.

The recalled boots can be identified by a dual-color ankle cuff and the marking "T2X" on the outside of each boot. The boxes are marked with model numbers 142045 (Men's) and 142046. The hazard is that the plastic boot cuff can crack when flexed open in an unbuckled non-skiing position. This cracking causes discomfort on the ankle or shin, making the problem evident prior to skiing and rendering the boots unsuitable for use. The firm has received two reports of cuffs cracking during boot fittings, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should stop using the ski boots and return them to the nearest dealer for a free replacement. Repaired or replaced product can be identified by a single-color cuff: Men's cuffs are red, and women's cuffs are blue. Consumers can contact Black Diamond Equipment at (801) 278-5533 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT, or e-mail [email protected].

The recalled product

Product
Scarpa T2X Telemark Ski Boots
Affected units
2,300

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.