CPSC recall 06-186, announced June 13, 2006, covers H&M Girls' Water Shoes (about 1,900 units). Though these shoes are marketed for use around water for traction, they become extremely slippery when wet. Consumers should stop using these shoes and immediately return them to any H&M store for a full refund. Recall contact: call (877) 439-6261, or go to www.hm.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.
A label inside the shoes reads "364430" and "MADE IN CHINA."
Which products are included?
These are pink and blue shoes with a multi-colored trim. The shoes have a pink rubber sole with silver glitter incased within it. A butterfly appliqué is attached to the top and flower emblems are on the back and sides. A label inside the shoes reads "364430" and "MADE IN CHINA."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Though these shoes are marketed for use around water for traction, they become extremely slippery when wet. This poses a risk of slipping and falling on smooth, hard surfaces, such as tile.
Incidents and injuries
No reports of injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these shoes and immediately return them to any H&M store for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- H&M
- Manufacturer
- H&M USA, of New York, N.Y.
- Product type
- Shoes & footwear
- Recall number
- 06-186
- Units
- About 1,900
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- H&M stores in the Northeast U.S. and California from March 2005 through May 2006 for about $8.
H&M Girls' Water Shoes
CPSC product type: Shoes, Sandals & Boots
Recall contact information
Call H&M toll free at (877) 439-6261 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit H&M's Web site at www.hm.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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