L.L. Bean Recalls Ice Cleats Used During Winter Weather Due to Fall Hazard

Recalled January 29, 2009 · CPSC recall 09114 · L.L. Bean

Hazard

The elastic harness system attaching the cleats to footwear can detach, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cleats and contact L.L. Bean to receive a replacement or refund.

Units

About 7,000

Incidents / injuries

The firm has received two reports of the harness breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves Stabilicers Lite cleats with model number BNX9. The cleats are worn over footwear for traction in winter walking conditions. The recalled cleats were sold in blue, orange, and pink. Black Stabilicers Lite cleats are not included in this recall. The cleats were sold in sizes small through extra large. The name Stabilicers Lite appears in raised letters on the underside of the harness.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cleats and contact L.L. Bean to receive a replacement or refund.

Contact

For additional information, contact L.L. Bean at (800) 555-9717 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.llbean.com

Product

Stabilicer Lite Cleats

Manufacturer(s)

32 Degrees North, of Biddeford, Maine

Distributed by

L.L. Bean Inc., of Freeport, Maine

Retailers

L.L. Bean stores nationwide, LLBean.com and the L.L. Bean catalog from August 2008 through November 2008 for about $20.

Made in

United States

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →