The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·20029·Announced 2019-11-21

SCARPA Recalls Maestrale Ski Boots Due to Shell Cracking Hazard

SCARPA is recalling Maestrale RS and Maestrale men's ski boots because the shells can crack, posing a fall hazard. No injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (ski boots) where the shell can crack, posing a fall hazard, but the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported.

Plain-English summary

SCARPA North America is recalling the Fall 2017 Maestrale RS and Maestrale Men's Ski Boots. The recall involves approximately 4,200 units sold in the United States and 1,200 units sold in Canada. The boots were sold at authorized SCARPA dealers and outdoor stores nationwide and online from August 2017 through August 2019. The Maestrale model is orange, while the Maestrale RS model is white, black, and lime.

The ski boot shell can crack, which poses a fall hazard and a risk of injury to the consumer. SCARPA has received 605 reports of boot shells cracking, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ski boots and contact SCARPA for instructions on returning the boot to receive a free boot shell repair. SCARPA is contacting all known purchasers directly. Consumers can also reach SCARPA toll-free at 866-998-2895 or by email at [email protected].

The recalled product

Product
Maestrale RS and Maestrale Men's Ski Boots
Manufacturer
Calzaturificio S.C.A.R.P.A. S.P.A., of Italy
Category
Consumer Product — Ski Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
4,200

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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