CPSC recall 04-200, announced August 18, 2004, covers Nike™ Get-Go and Little Get-Go Children's Athletic Shoes (about 9,000 units). 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. The notice cites 3 incident reports. Consumers should immediately take the recalled shoes away from young children and contact Nike to receive a refund voucher. Recall contact: call (800) 344-6453, or go to www.nikebiz.com.
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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.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
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.
Incidents and injuries
Nike has received three reports of heel tabs separating from shoes. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled shoes away from young children and contact Nike to receive a refund voucher.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Nike
- Manufacturer
- Nike USA, Inc., of Beaverton, Ore.
- Product type
- Shoes & footwear
- Recall number
- 04-200
- Units
- About 9,000
- Manufactured in
- Indonesia
- Sold at / sales period
- Nike stores, major athletic shoe stores, independent shoe stores and children's stores nationwide, from June 2004 through August 2004, for between $35 and $45.
Nike™ Get-Go and Little Get-Go Children's Athletic Shoes
CPSC product type: Shoes, Sandals & Boots
Recall contact information
For more information, call Nike at (800) 344-6453 anytime or visit the Nike website at www.nikebiz.com
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