Recalls / 2006-04-25

CPSC, Rocky Shoes & Boots, Inc. Announce Recall of Men's Safety-Toe Hiker Boots

06546 · Recalled 2006-04-25 · CPSC page

Description

The recalled boots are sold under the Georgia Boot brand name and include style numbers G1623 and G1624. The style numbers appear on sewn-in labels inside the boot. These boots come in brown, rust, beige, and brown Nubuck, which is a light, brushed, full-grain leather, with black or tan nylon mesh and are fully lined with breathable moisture wicking material. The hooks and eyelets are set on steel washers with a rubber sole. The Georgia Boot brand name appears on the outer tongue label and the backstrap webbing.

Hazards

Product testing has demonstrated that the boots may not comply with applicable safety standards for crush and impact resistance. Consumers could suffer impact foot injuries.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the boots immediately and return their boots to the place where purchased for a full refund.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Men's Safety Toe Waterproof Hiker Boots		About 1,300

Parties

Distributor: Rocky Shoes & Boots Inc., of Nelsonville, Ohio
Made in: China
Sold at: The recalled boots were sold nationwide through independent shoe stores, Web sites, other retail outlets, $100.

Consumer contact

For more information, consumers can contact Rocky Shoes & Boots Inc. toll-free at (866) 762-5972, Ext. 2539 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.georgiaboot.com

Source: CPSC recall 06546. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.