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CPSC recall · Reported August 18, 2004

CPSC, NIKE Announce Recall of Children's Athletic Shoes

The 1.5-inch to 1.75-inch rubber tab at the top of the heel can detach from the shoe, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Recall #
04200
Affected scope
About 9,000
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Nike USA, Inc., of Beaverton, Ore. recalled The "GET-GO" and "LITTLE GET-GO" children's athletic shoes come in various color combinat… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, NIKE Announce Recall of Children's Athletic Shoes was recalled by Nike USA, Inc., of Beaverton, Ore. in August 18, 2004. Reason: The 1.5-inch to 1.75-inch rubber tab at the top of the heel can detach from the shoe, posing a choking hazard…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled shoes away from young children and contact…. Verify recall #04200 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Nike USA, Inc., of Beaverton, Ore. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The 1.5-inch to 1.75-inch rubber tab at the top of the heel can detach from the shoe, posing a choking hazard….

Moderate
severity level
August 18, 2004
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04200 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #04200) was formally reported on August 18, 2004. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Nike USA, Inc., of Beaverton, Ore. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 9,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The 1.5-inch to 1.75-inch rubber tab at the top of the heel can detach from the shoe, posing a choking hazard to young children. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately take the recalled shoes away from young children and contact Nike to receive a refund voucher. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Children & Baby Products recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category - 3,731 children & baby products recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 9,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The "GET-GO" and "LITTLE GET-GO" children's athletic shoes come in various color combinations and were sold in toddler and pre-school sizes 2C through 3Y. The Nike Swoosh symbol is on the outside and sole of the shoe. All shoes close with a strap. The style name "GET-GO" or "LITTLE GET-GO" is written on the shoe box. The recalled shoes have one of the following six-digit numbers on a label inside the shoe just above the UPC code: 308638, 308639, 308642 and 308647. Only these style numbers are included in this recall.

Reason for recall

The 1.5-inch to 1.75-inch rubber tab at the top of the heel can detach from the shoe, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled shoes away from young children and contact Nike to receive a refund voucher.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 04200
Date reported August 18, 2004
Date initiated August 18, 2004
Recalling firm Nike USA, Inc., of Beaverton, Ore.
Affected scope About 9,000
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately take the recalled shoes away from young children and contact Nike to receive a refund voucher.

  • Check the recall number (04200) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The "GET-GO" and "LITTLE GET-GO" children's athletic shoes come in various color combinations and were sold in toddler and pre-school sizes 2C through 3Y. The Nike Swoosh symbol is on the outside and sole of the shoe. All shoes close with a strap. The style name "GET-GO" or "LITTLE GET-GO" is written on the shoe box. The recalled shoes have one of the following six-digit numbers on a label inside the shoe just above the UPC code: 308638, 308639, 308642 and 308647. Only these style numbers are included in this recall.. Recalled by Nike USA, Inc., of Beaverton, Ore.. Units affected: About 9,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The 1.5-inch to 1.75-inch rubber tab at the top of the heel can detach from the shoe, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled shoes away from young children and contact Nike to receive a refund voucher.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 18, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04200.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (04200) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported August 18, 2004. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.