CPSC recall 05-034, announced November 3, 2004, covers adidas Superstar Ultra and Pro Team Shoes (about 187,000 units). A portion of the sole of the heel can separate or tear during use, which can result in injuries. The notice cites 2 incident reports and 2 injuries. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shoes, and contact adidas America to receive a prepaid mailing label and a refund or gift certificate. Recall contact: call (877) 568-4632, or go to www.adidas.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.
Which products are included?
The adidas Pro Team and Superstar Ultra basketball shoes come in various color combinations. The recalled shoes have a six-digit article number on the inside part of the shoe tongue. A complete list of the article numbers of the shoes involved in the recall can be found at www.adidas.com/recall or by calling the firm's recall hotline.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
A portion of the sole of the heel can separate or tear during use, which can result in injuries.
Incidents and injuries
adidas America has received two reports of injuries involving these shoes, including one sprained ankle and one strained Achilles tendon.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shoes, and contact adidas America to receive a prepaid mailing label and a refund or gift certificate.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- adidas America
- Manufacturer
- adidas America Inc., of Portland, Ore.
- Product type
- Shoes & footwear
- Recall number
- 05-034
- Units
- About 187,000 pairs
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- adidas stores, major athletic shoe stores, independent shoe stores nationwide, and at thestore.adidas.com. The Superstar Ultra shoes were sold between January 2004 and October 2004 for about $120. The Pro Team shoes were sold between July 2004 and October 2004 for about $80.
adidas Superstar Ultra and Pro Team Shoes
CPSC product type: Shoes, Sandals & Boots
Recall contact information
For more information, call adidas America toll-free at (877) 568-4632 anytime, or visit the adidas America website at www.adidas.com
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