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Washington Shoe Company is recalling Western Chief toddler light-up rain boots because the rivets attaching the handles can detach, posing a choking hazard to children. Consumers have reported 115 instances of handles and rivets detaching, with two reports of children placing the rivets in their mouths, though no injuries have been reported. The affected boots were sold exclusively at Target stores and online from May 2020 through October 2020. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/2953-western-chief-toddler-boots-recall-choking-hazard-from-detaching-rivets.
“Western Chief Toddler Boots Recall: Choking Hazard from Detaching Rivets.” GovInfoNow, updated October 11, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/2953-western-chief-toddler-boots-recall-choking-hazard-from-detaching-rivets. Based on CPSC recall #8961 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Washington-Shoe-Company-Recalls-Western-Chief-Toddler-Boots-Due-to-Choking-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-at-Target).
The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Dec. 9, 2020, that Washington Shoe Company is recalling Western Chief toddler light-up rain boots due to a choking hazard from detaching rivets. Owners should return the boots to Target for a full refund.
How to tell if you have it
Western Chief brand
Toddler Light-Up Rain Boots
Model numbers T24121725P, T24121728P, and T24121729P
Sizes 5-12
Colors: Abstract Camo, Alia Silver, Sweetheart Navy
Sold at Target stores nationwide and Target.com from May 2020 through October 2020
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled boots, take them away from children, and return them to any Target Store for a full refund. For more information, contact Washington Shoe Company toll-free at 855-545-0862 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email recall@westernchief.com, or visit https://www.washingtonshoe.com/recall.
The hazard
The rivets used to attach the handles to the boot can detach, posing a choking hazard to children. 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.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show Western Chief has had other recent recalls, including the HALO Magic Sleepsuits recall for choking hazards from detachable zipper heads on March 5, 2026, and HydroJug sport tumblers recalled for loose handle rivets on Dec. 4, 2025. Other recent recalls of similar products include Wnttmt Baby Walkers for fall and entrapment risks on Aug. 6, 2026.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for Western Chief toddler light-up rain boots in sizes 5-12 with the following model numbers: T24121725P, T24121728P, and T24121729P. Look for styles named "Abstract Camo," "Alia Silver," or "Sweetheart Navy" that feature boot handles and a light-up heel. The rivets attaching the handles are silver-gray in color.
Brand
Western Chief
Product
Western Chief toddler light-up rain boots
Category
Consumer product
Based on the official CPSC remedy
What to do — step by step
Stop Using Immediately
Take the boots away from children right now to prevent any risk of choking on detached rivets.
Return to Target
Bring the recalled boots to any Target store for a full refund.
Official remedy
What CPSC says to do
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.
Where it went
Where it was sold
Sold nationwide.
Nationwide
Not listed
CPSC “Sold at”: “Exclusively at Target stores nationwide and online at Target.com from May 2020 through October 2020 for about $25.”
Sold nationwide.
Take action
Contact Western Chief
We’ve drafted a message you can send Western Chief to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 8961 — Western Chief Toddler Boots Recall: Choking Hazard from Detaching Rivets
Hello,
I own a Western Chief Toddler Boots Recall: Choking Hazard from Detaching Rivets that is covered by recall 8961 from Western Chief.
The official recall notice states: 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.
I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?
Thank you.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
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