A Popular Clothing Brand Has Recalled More Than 15,000 Products Nationwide

Spring has sprung, and it’s high time to swap out sweaters, scarves, and coats for sundresses, sandals, and shorts.

But, says a government agency, as you store away your cold-weather wear, take a quick inventory to make sure your winter boots aren’t part of a new recall connected to a trusted clothing and outdoor gear company.

A new report from the U.S. Product Safety Commission (CPSC) says The North Face, known as a reliable brand for outdoor enthusiasts, is recalling about 15,200 pairs of The North Face Women’s Shellista V Mid Waterproof Boots, as well as 5,900 pairs sold in Canada.

First made available to the public on Thursday, April 17, the CPSC report says a potentially harmful tripping hazard is to blame for the recall: “The hook of one boot can catch on the lace of the other boot, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.”

In total, the CPSC noted there have been 28 reports of the top hook catching on the lace, with 15 minor injuries reported in the U.S. so far.

The boots were sold in the following retail and online locations for around $165 from September 2024 through January 2025: The North Face stores, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Nordstrom, REI, and other stores nationwide, and online at thenorthface.com.

Full product details include:

• The North Face Women’s Shellista V Mid Waterproof Boots
• Sizes 5 through 11
• Lace-up closures and The North Face logo on the side and insole
• Boot colors and style numbers:
  • White (style number NF0A8ADB3IE)
  • Gray (style number NF0A8ADB5IF)
  • Tan (style number NF0A8ADBHFQ)
  • Black (style number NF0A8ADBKT0)
• Importer: The North Face, a division of VF Outdoor LLC, of Denver, Colorado
• Manufactured in Vietnam
• Total number recalled: About 15,200 pairs of boots (5,900 were also sold in Canada)

The boots’ style number can be found inside the boot on the “tongue” label.

Though prime time for winter boot wearing may be passed, the notice advises that anyone with the recalled boots should “immediately stop” using them. The North Face company will provide instructions on returning the boots with a free shipping label, and customers can receive a full refund “in the original form of payment, a gift card, or via check if the purchase was made with cash.” Access details through the recall link above.

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