Red Wing Shoe Company has recalled approximately 105,000 pairs of men's steel toe work boots because the protective steel toe cap can fail during an impact. This recall affects 45 different styles of boots sold in brown, black, and maroon leather with ankle heights of 6, 8, 10, or 11 inches. The affected boots were sold at Red Wing stores and other shoe retailers nationwide between December 2012 and November 2013 for between $185 and $340. Consumers should stop wearing these boots immediately and return them for a free replacement pair.
The steel toe cap may not provide the necessary protection during an impact, which could result in serious foot injuries for the wearer. While no injuries have been reported yet, the failure of the safety component poses a significant risk in industrial or construction environments.
Consumers should stop wearing the recalled boots immediately and return them to a Red Wing store/dealer or contact Red Wing Shoes for a free replacement pair of boots.
One model of recalled Red Wing steel toe boots
Label inside the boot’s tongue style number date code
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response