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.
Nike USA, Inc., of Beaverton, Ore. recalled The "GET-GO" and "LITTLE GET-GO" children's athletic shoes come in various color combinat….
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 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….
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- agency class
- 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 recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 5 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.
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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
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| 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.
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