The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighCPSC·06546·Announced 2006-04-25

Rocky Shoes Recalls Men's Safety Toe Hiker Boots for Impact Risk

Rocky Shoes & Boots Inc. is recalling about 1,300 Men's Safety Toe Waterproof Hiker Boots because they may not meet safety standards for crush and impact resistance.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (impact foot injuries) where no injuries have been reported yet, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria for products with potential injury risk but no confirmed harm.

Plain-English summary

Rocky Shoes & Boots Inc. is recalling approximately 1,300 pairs of Men's Safety Toe Waterproof Hiker Boots sold under the Georgia Boot brand. The recalled boots include style numbers G1623 and G1624, which are identified by sewn-in labels inside the boot. These boots were sold nationwide through independent shoe stores, websites, and other retail outlets from October 2005 through February 2006 for between $90 and $100.

The recall was issued because product testing demonstrated that the boots may not comply with applicable safety standards for crush and impact resistance. This non-compliance creates a risk that consumers could suffer impact foot injuries. The boots are manufactured in China and feature brown, rust, beige, or brown Nubuck leather with black or tan nylon mesh, steel washers for hooks and eyelets, and a rubber sole.

Consumers should stop using the boots immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, consumers can contact Rocky Shoes & Boots Inc. toll-free at (866) 762-5972, Ext. 2539, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at www.georgiaboot.com.

The recalled product

Product
Men's Safety Toe Waterproof Hiker Boots
Category
Consumer Product — Footwear
Hazard
Affected units
1,300

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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