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Rocky Brands Recalls Rocky Rubber Snake Boots Due to Failure of Snake Guard

Reported: May 19, 2015 Initiated: May 19, 2015 #15137

Product Description

The recalled boots are 16-inch tall rubber hunting boots sold under the Rocky brand name. The recalled boots have a camouflage pattern on the outside of the shaft and foot. A white label on the inside of the shaft of has the Rocky logo, product number RKYS153, a date code between 12-14 and 01-15 in the MM-YY format and the words "Men's 16 Silent Hunter Snake Boot, Camo" below the product number and date code.

Reason for Recall

The boots' snake guard can fail to protect the wearer's feet from a snake bite.

Remedy

Consumers should stop wearing the recalled boots immediately and contact Rocky Brands for a full refund or a free pair of replacement snakebite-proof hunting boots in one of the following models: Lynx Snake, Classic Lynx Snake, Prolight Snake in lace up, pull-on or side-zip styles.

Details

Units Affected
About 1,800

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled boots are 16-inch tall rubber hunting boots sold under the Rocky brand name. The recalled boots have a camouflage pattern on the outside of the shaft and foot. A white label on the inside of the shaft of has the Rocky logo, product number RKYS153, a date code between 12-14 and 01-15 in the MM-YY format and the words "Men's 16 Silent Hunter Snake Boot, Camo" below the product number and date code.. Units affected: About 1,800.
Why was this product recalled?
The boots' snake guard can fail to protect the wearer's feet from a snake bite.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop wearing the recalled boots immediately and contact Rocky Brands for a full refund or a free pair of replacement snakebite-proof hunting boots in one of the following models: Lynx Snake, Classic Lynx Snake, Prolight Snake in lace up, pull-on or side-zip styles.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 19, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15137.