CPSC2020-12-09
Washington Shoe Company Recalls Western Chief Toddler Boots Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target
Washington Shoe Company, of Kent, Wash.
Hazard
Rivets used to attach the handles to the boot can detach, posing a choking hazard to children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled boots, take the boots away from children, and return them to any Target Store for a full refund.
Sold at
Exclusively at Target stores nationwide and online at Target.com from May 2020 through October 2020 for about $25.
Affected count
About 77,400
Injuries reported
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.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Western Chief toddler light-up rain boots
Consumer contact
Washington Shoe Company toll-free at 855-545-0862 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at recall@westernchief.com, or online at https://www.washingtonshoe.com/recall for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Washington-Shoe-Company-Recalls-Western-Chief-Toddler-Boots-Due-to-Choking-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-at-TargetDon't want to check this manually?
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