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Payless ShoeSource Recalls Children's Clog Shoes Due to Choking Hazard

Reported: May 2, 2007 Initiated: May 2, 2007 #07171

Product Description

This recall involves Airwalk® Compel clog shoes sold in prewalk sizes 3 through toddler size 10. The flexible shoes have air ventilation holes on the top and side and plastic rivets with the Airwalk® logo attached to the strap. Airwalk® and the shoe size are printed on the sole of the shoe. No other sizes, styles or models are included in this recall.

Reason for Recall

Plastic rivets used to attach the strap to the shoe can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should take the shoes away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or exchange.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Airwalk® Compel clog shoes sold in prewalk sizes 3 through toddler size 10. The flexible shoes have air ventilation holes on the top and side and plastic rivets with the Airwalk® logo attached to the strap. Airwalk® and the shoe size are printed on the sole of the shoe. No other sizes, styles or models are included in this recall.. Recalled by Payless ShoeSource, Inc., of Topeka, Kan.. Units affected: About 690,000.
Why was this product recalled?
Plastic rivets used to attach the strap to the shoe can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should take the shoes away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or exchange.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 2, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07171.