CPSC recall 08-500, announced October 2, 2007, covers The Timberland PRO Direct Attach Steel Toe Boots (about 193,000 units). The boots could fail to provide the intended protection against compression and impact, posing the risk of a foot injury to consumers. Consumers should stop wearing the recalled boots immediately and contact The Timberland Company to receive a free replacement pair of boots. Recall contact: call (800) 445-5545, or go to www.timberland.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The model number is printed on a green loop tag on the inside of the boot, just below the size.
Which products are included?
This recall involves the Timberland PRO Direct Attach Steel Toe Boots with model numbers 26002 (wheat nubuck leather), 65016 (wheat nubuck leather), 26038 (black full-grain leather), and 38021 (brown oiled full-grain leather). The model number is printed on a green loop tag on the inside of the boot, just below the size. The boots have a four digit date code ending in 35 and beginning with the numbers 25 through 45 (e.g. 2535, 2635.4535) which can also be found on the loop tag below the model number. Direct Attach Steel Toe boots made in China are not subject to this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The boots could fail to provide the intended protection against compression and impact, posing the risk of a foot injury to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
None reported. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop wearing the recalled boots immediately and contact The Timberland Company to receive a free replacement pair of boots.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- The Timberland
- Product type
- Shoes & footwear
- Recall number
- 08-500
- Units
- About 193,000 pairs
- Manufactured in
- Dominican Republic
- Sold at / sales period
- Shoe stores and other independent retailers nationwide from September 2005 through September 2007 for between $90 and $115.
- Importer
- The Timberland Company, of Stratham, N.H.
Timberland PRO Direct Attach Steel Toe Boots
CPSC product type: Shoes, Sandals & Boots
Recall contact information
For more information, contact The Timberland Company at (800) 445-5545 between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday, and Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit the firm's Web site at www.timberland.com
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