Recalls / 2015-03-11
SCARPA North America Recalls Ski Boots with Tronic System Due to Fall Hazard
15094 · Recalled 2015-03-11 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves the men's and women's SCARPA F1 EVO ski boots with the Tronic system component. The Tronic system locks the boot into the ski binding. The boots were sold in royal blue for men and aqua blue for women with "SCARPA" written in white letters on the lower outer side of the boot. The model name "F1 EVO" is printed on the upper right outside ankle cuff of the boots.
Hazards
The Tronic system, can unexpectedly switch from ski mode to walk mode, not allowing the boot to release from the binding, posing a fall or injury hazard.
Reported injuries
The firm has received two reports of torn knee ligament injuries following falls, when the boots failed to release from the binding.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the boots and contact SCARPA North America for a full refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| F1 EVO Ski Boots with Tronic system component | About 2100 in U.S. and 250 in Canada |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- CALZATURIFICIO S.C.A.R.P.A. S.P.A.
- Importer
- SCARPA North America Inc., of Boulder, Colo.
- Distributor
- SCARPA North America Inc., of Boulder, Colo.
- Made in
- Italy
- Sold at
- Authorized SCARPA dealers, retailers in the United States, Canada, including Oregon Mountain Community, REI, Skimo Co., online at www.scarpa.com
Consumer contact
SCARPA North America toll-free at (866) 998-2895 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or online at www.scarpa.com and click on the tab marked "F1 EVO RECALL" for more information.
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Source: CPSC recall 15094. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.