L.L. Bean · Recalled
L.L. Bean Recalls Ice Cleats Used During Winter Weather Due to Fall Hazard
The elastic harness system attaching the cleats to footwear can detach, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
- Units
- About 7,000
- Reports
- 2
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $20
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
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.
The file
- Sold at
- L.L. Bean stores nationwide, LLBean.com and the L.L. Bean catalog from August 2008 through November 2008 for about $20.
- Product type
- Shoes, Sandals & Boots
- Made in
- United States
- Recalled by
- 32 Degrees North, of Biddeford, Maine, L.L. Bean Inc., of Freeport, Maine
Incident log
The firm has received two reports of the harness breaking. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cleats and contact L.L. Bean to receive a replacement or refund.
For additional information, contact L.L. Bean at (800) 555-9717 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.llbean.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated JAN 29 2009; last revised MAY 23 2014.