Timberland Recalls Steel Toe Boots Due to Foot Injury Hazard
What 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.
Hazard
The boots could fail to provide the intended protection against compression and impact, posing the risk of a foot injury to consumers.
Injuries
None reported. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Made in
Dominican Republic
Where it was sold
- Shoe stores and other independent retailers nationwide from September 2005 through September 2007 for between $90 and $115.
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