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Payless ShoeSource Expands Recall of Children's Clog Shoes Due to Choking Hazard

Reported: July 17, 2007 Initiated: July 17, 2007 #07236

Product Description

This recall involves the following character-themed clog styles: Dora the Explorer, Spongebob Squarepants, Hello Kitty, Coasters® Lighted Car Compel, and Cambridge Mary-Jane. The shoes were sold in toddler sizes 5 through 10. The flexible shoes have air ventilation holes on the top and/or side, and plastic rivets attached to the strap. Shoe sizes are printed on the sole of the shoe. No other sizes, styles or models are included in the 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.

Details

Units Affected
About 270,000 (This recall was first announced in June 2007)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the following character-themed clog styles: Dora the Explorer, Spongebob Squarepants, Hello Kitty, Coasters® Lighted Car Compel, and Cambridge Mary-Jane. The shoes were sold in toddler sizes 5 through 10. The flexible shoes have air ventilation holes on the top and/or side, and plastic rivets attached to the strap. Shoe sizes are printed on the sole of the shoe. No other sizes, styles or models are included in the recall.. Recalled by Payless ShoeSource, Inc., of Topeka, Kan.. Units affected: About 270,000 (This recall was first announced in June 2007).
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 July 17, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07236.