CPSC recall 11-307, announced August 18, 2011, covers C. O. Lynch Enterprises Itasca Fusion Hiker boots (about 5,200 units). The boots could fail to provide the intended protection against compression and impact, posing the risk of a foot injury to consumers. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop wearing the recalled boots immediately and return the shoes to C. Recall contact: call (800) 225-2565, or email itascacol@aol.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 name Fusion, style number 45513 and order numbers 22215, 22216 or 22217 are printed on a label on the underside of the tongue.
Which products are included?
Itasca men's shoes sizes 7 to 14 with the model name Fusion Hikers are being recalled. The model name Fusion, style number 45513 and order numbers 22215, 22216 or 22217 are printed on a label on the underside of the tongue. The word Itasca and the Itasca logo are embossed on the top of the tongue of the shoe and are also imprinted on the removable insole. The shoe is black with leather and nylon upper and a thermoplastic rubber (TPR) outsole. "Steel Toe" is printed on a tag on the outside of the shoe.
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. The boots have hard composite toe material rather than steel.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should stop wearing the recalled boots immediately and return the shoes to C. O. Lynch for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- C. O. Lynch Enterprises
- Product type
- Shoes & footwear
- Recall number
- 11-307
- Units
- About 5,200
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Big 5 Sporting Goods Stores between March 2011 and June 2011 for about $50.
- Distributor
- C. O. Lynch Enterprises, Inc., of Roseville, Minn.
Itasca Fusion Hiker boots
CPSC product type: Boots
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact C. O. Lynch toll-free at (800) 225-2565 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or via email at itascacol@aol.com
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