Recalls / 2007-10-02

Timberland Recalls Steel Toe Boots Due to Foot Injury Hazard

08500 · Recalled 2007-10-02 · CPSC page

Recalled Timberland Boots models 26002 and 65016

Description

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.

Hazards

The boots could fail to provide the intended protection against compression and impact, posing the risk of a foot injury to consumers.

Reported injuries

None reported. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

Remedy

Consumers should stop wearing the recalled boots immediately and contact The Timberland Company to receive a free replacement pair of boots.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Timberland PRO Direct Attach Steel Toe Boots		About 193,000 pairs

Parties

Importer: The Timberland Company, of Stratham, N.H.
Made in: Dominican Republic
Sold at: Shoe stores, other independent retailers nationwide, $115.

Consumer contact

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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Recalled Timberland Boots models 26038 and 38021

Source: CPSC recall 08500. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.