CPSC recall · Reported September 29, 2015
Madewell Expands Recall of Women's Sandals Due to Fall Hazard
The metal shank can dislodge and break through bottom of the outsole, posing a fall hazard.
Madewell Inc., of New York, N.y. recalled This recall involves all sizes and colors of the Madewell Katya sandal from the spring 20….
Madewell Expands Recall of Women's Sandals Due to Fall Hazard was recalled by Madewell Inc., of New York, N.y. in September 29, 2015. Reason: The metal shank can dislodge and break through bottom of the outsole, posing a fall hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shoes and contact Madewell to return…. Verify recall #15254 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Madewell Inc., of New York, N.y. issued this CPSC recall-The metal shank can dislodge and break through bottom of the outsole, posing a fall hazard..
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- agency class
- September 29, 2015
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15254 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.
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Product description
This recall involves all sizes and colors of the Madewell Katya sandal from the spring 2015 collection. The metallic sand or rose gold-colored leather sandals have a wide strap with a lace-up thong. The style number C5840 is located on a sticker on the outsole.
Reason for recall
The metal shank can dislodge and break through bottom of the outsole, posing a fall hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shoes and contact Madewell to return them for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 15254 |
| Date reported | September 29, 2015 |
| Date initiated | September 29, 2015 |
| Recalling firm | Madewell Inc., of New York, N.y. |
| Affected scope | About 570 in the United States (in addition, 3 were sold in Canada) (Madewell recalled 50,600 women's Sightseer sandals in August 2015 for the same hazard) |
| 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 stop using the recalled shoes and contact Madewell to return them for a full refund.
- Check the recall number (15254) 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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