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Timberland Recalls Steel Toe Boots Due to Foot Injury Hazard

Reported: October 2, 2007 Initiated: October 2, 2007 #08500

Product 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.

Reason for Recall

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

Remedy

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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.. Units affected: About 193,000 pairs.
Why was this product recalled?
The boots could fail to provide the intended protection against compression and impact, posing the risk of a foot injury to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop wearing the recalled boots immediately and contact The Timberland Company to receive a free replacement pair of boots.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 2, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08500.