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ChokingDecember 9, 2020CPSC #21048

Washington Shoe Company Recalls Western Chief Toddler Boots Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target

Product
Clothing & Apparel
Units affected
77,400
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall includes the Western Chief "Abstract Camo," "Alia Silver," and "Sweetheart Navy" Light-Up Rain Boots in sizes 5-12 for toddlers or children. The recalled boots are camouflage, silver glitter, and navy with hearts; include boot handles; and have a light up feature in the heel of the boot. The rivets used to attach the handles are silver-gray in color. "Western Chief" and the model numbers are located on the inside tag of the boot. The recalled model numbers are T24121725P, T24121728P, and T24121729P.

Hazard

Rivets used to attach the handles to the boot can detach, posing a choking hazard to children.

Injuries

The firm has received 115 reports of the boot handles and rivets detaching and 2 reports of children placing the rivets in their mouths. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Exclusively at Target stores nationwide and online at Target.com from May 2020 through October 2020 for about $25.

Photos

Recalled Western Chief “Abstract Camo”, “Alia Silver”, and “Sweetheart Navy” Light-Up Rain BootsRecalled Rain Boots’ Handle with Rivets
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