CPSC recall 04-149, announced June 2, 2004, covers Payless ShoeSource Smart Fit™ and Teeny Toes™ Athletic Shoes (about 441,000 units). The metal eyelet lace holder at the top of the shoe can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should take the recalled shoes away from young children immediately and should return the shoes to a Payless ShoeSource store for a cash refund or exchange. Recall contact: call 1-877-452-7500, or go to www.payless.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The recalled shoes have one of the following five-digit numbers, found on a label on the bottom of the shoe tongue: 31056, 31057, 31219, 32264, 32265, 33060 and 33061.
Which products are included?
These are children's athletic shoes in prewalk and toddler sizes. The shoes are white with different color trim and come in sizes 0 to 10. The brand name "Smart Fit" or "Teeny Toes" is written on the sole and insole of the shoes. The recalled shoes have one of the following five-digit numbers, found on a label on the bottom of the shoe tongue: 31056, 31057, 31219, 32264, 32265, 33060 and 33061. No other styles or models are included in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The metal eyelet lace holder at the top of the shoe can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
Payless ShoeSource has received one report of a child starting to choke on a detached eyelet from one of these shoes. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should take the recalled shoes away from young children immediately and should return the shoes to a Payless ShoeSource store for a cash refund or exchange.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Payless ShoeSource
- Manufacturer
- Payless ShoeSource Inc., of Topeka, Kan.
- Product type
- Shoes & footwear
- Recall number
- 04-149
- Units
- About 441,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Payless ShoeSource stores and Web site nationwide, from December 2003 through April 2004, for about $10.
Smart Fit™ and Teeny Toes™ Athletic Shoes
CPSC product type: Shoes, Sandals & Boots
Recall contact information
For more information, call Payless toll-free at 1-877-452-7500 between 7:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Saturday, and between 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday, or visit their website at www.payless.com
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