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CPSC, Payless ShoeSource Announce Recall of Children's Athletic Shoes

Reported: June 2, 2004 Initiated: June 2, 2004 #04149

Product Description

These are children's athletic shoes in prewalk and toddler sizes. The shoes are white with different color trim and come in sizes 0 to 10. The brand name "Smart Fit" or "Teeny Toes" is written on the sole and insole of the shoes. The recalled shoes have one of the following five-digit numbers, found on a label on the bottom of the shoe tongue: 31056, 31057, 31219, 32264, 32265, 33060 and 33061. No other styles or models are included in this recall.

Reason for Recall

The metal eyelet lace holder at the top of the shoe can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should take the recalled shoes away from young children immediately and should return the shoes to a Payless ShoeSource store for a cash refund or exchange.

Details

Units Affected
About 441,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Payless-ShoeSource-Announce-Recall-of-Childrens-Athletic-Shoes-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
These are children's athletic shoes in prewalk and toddler sizes. The shoes are white with different color trim and come in sizes 0 to 10. The brand name "Smart Fit" or "Teeny Toes" is written on the sole and insole of the shoes. The recalled shoes have one of the following five-digit numbers, found on a label on the bottom of the shoe tongue: 31056, 31057, 31219, 32264, 32265, 33060 and 33061. No other styles or models are included in this recall.. Recalled by Payless ShoeSource Inc., of Topeka, Kan.. Units affected: About 441,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The metal eyelet lace holder at the top of the shoe can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should take the recalled shoes away from young children immediately and should return the shoes to a Payless ShoeSource store for a cash refund or exchange.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 2, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04149.

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