Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- April 9, 2026
- Hazard Level
- MEDIUM
- Brands
- Head USA, Various ski retailers nationwide and online from September 2015 through March 2026 for between $500 to $750., Head
- Category
- Sports & Recreation
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from Consumer Product Safety Commission; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Head USA, Various ski retailers nationwide and online from September 2015 through March 2026 for between $500 to $750., Head
- Product type
- Ski Boots
- Colors
- Fluorescent Yellow, Yellow
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
April 9, 2026
Reported by CPSC
April 10, 2026
RecallRadar source check
April 16, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
The fluorescent yellow materials of the boot shell and sole inserts can deteriorate and break, posing a risk of serious injury from a fall.
What You Should Do
Head USA toll-free at 800-874-3235, option 3, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at info@us.head.com or online at https://www.head.com/en_US/recalls or https://www.head.com/en_US/ and click on "Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.. Consumers should stop using the recalled ski boots immediately and contact Head USA or a Head authorized retailer. For recalled boots with fluorescent boot shell materials, Head will provide free replacement boots in a newer equivalent model upon return of the recalled boots. For recalled boots with yellow sole inserts, Head will provide free replacement sole inserts, which can be installed by the consumer or by a ski shop.. Available options: Replace, Repair
About This Product
Head ski boots are used by recreational and competitive skiers. The recall covers models manufactured 2016–2022 with fluorescent yellow components.
Why This Is Dangerous
Fluorescent yellow shell materials or sole inserts can deteriorate and fracture, increasing the risk of a fall with potential for serious injury.
Industry Context
This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the release.
Real-World Impact
Skiers with affected boots should avoid use until replacement or inserts are obtained. The recall involves a substantial price range and active retailer network, affecting a broad user base.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- 1. Locate the six-digit article code on the heel area of the left boot.
- 2. Compare the code to Chart 1 and Chart 2 in Head’s recall notice.
- 3. If a match exists, stop using the boot and contact Head or an authorized retailer.
Where to find product info
Visit https://www.head.com/en_US/recalls or head.com/en_US/ and click Recalls at the bottom for details. The article code is marked in the heel area on the inner left boot.
What timeline to expect
Head states replacements or inserts are provided at no cost after return; typical processing timelines are not detailed in the recall release.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Escalate to consumer protection agencies if the company is slow (e.g., contact CPSC or your national equivalent).
- Keep a log of all communications and dates.
- Consider legal counsel if replacement or refund is delayed unreasonably.
How to prevent similar issues
- Verify recall status before buying ski boots; register product with the retailer.
- Ask retailers about recall status at time of purchase.
- Maintain receipts and serial information for future recalls.
- Check for recalls on brand websites before purchase.
Documentation advice
Keep the recall notification, take photos of the article code and boot defects, save receipts, note dates of contact with Head or retailers, and document any replacements or inserts received.
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Product Details
Quick reference: Boots with fluorescent yellow shell materials eligible for replacement (Chart 1) include article codes 606616, 607056, 607311, 607335, 607337, 608033, 608032, 608113, 609060, 607121, 601113, 601150, 602113, 602124, 602127. Models span NEXT EDGE 85HT, VECTOR EVO ST, ADVANT EDGE 65 R, RAPTOR 50HT, RAPTOR 40HT, VECTOR RS 130, VECTOR RS 130S, ADVANT EDGE 105, VECTOR EVO ST, ADVANT EDGE 95, FORMULA RS 120, FORMULA 120, FORMULA RS 120 GW, FORMULA 120 GW, FORMULA 120. Boots with fluorescent yellow sole inserts eligible for new sole inserts (Chart 2) include article codes 605048, 605
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Key Facts
- 21 affected article codes/models across two charts
- Sale window: September 2015 through March 2026
- Price range at time of sale: $500–$750 (USD)
- Fluorescent yellow shell or sole inserts are the affected components
- No injuries or incidents reported to date
- Replacement options include free boots or free sole inserts
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