CPSC recall 17-211, announced August 24, 2017, covers Airwair Dr. Martens Vegan boots (about 30,000 units). Prolonged and direct contact with the boot tongue lining can expose the wearer to the chemical benzidine. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled boots and contact Dr. Martens for a full refund or free replacement product. Recall contact: call 800-460-3930, go to www.drmartens.com, or email dmservice@drmartens.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.
"Made in Vietnam" and product code 14585 are printed on the tongue label with the batch code starting with "GV" and ending in Q, R or S.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Dr. Martens unisex Vegan 1460 eight eye boots sold in cherry red with black shoelaces in all sizes. The boots have a chunky sole and a golden heel pull tab with "AirWair" printed on it. "Made in Vietnam" and product code 14585 are printed on the tongue label with the batch code starting with "GV" and ending in Q, R or S.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Prolonged and direct contact with the boot tongue lining can expose the wearer to the chemical benzidine.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled boots and contact Dr. Martens for a full refund or free replacement product.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Airwair
- Product type
- Shoes & footwear
- Recall number
- 17-211
- Units
- About 30,000 (in addition, about 900 in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- Vietnam
- Sold at / sales period
- Dr. Martens, Journeys and independent stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, DrMartens.com, Shoebuy.com and other websites from January 2015 through July 2017 for about $125.
- Importer
- Airwair, of Portland, Ore.
Recall contact information
Dr. Martens at 800-460-3930 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at dmservice@drmartens.com, or online at www.drmartens.com and click on "Product Recall" for more information.
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