CPSC recall 07-236, announced July 17, 2007, covers Payless ShoeSource Toddler Clog Shoes (about 270,000 units). Plastic rivets used to attach the strap to the shoe can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should take the shoes away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or exchange. Recall contact: call (800) 654-0697, or go to www.payless.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves the following character-themed clog styles: Dora the Explorer, Spongebob Squarepants, Hello Kitty, Coasters® Lighted Car Compel, and Cambridge Mary-Jane. The shoes were sold in toddler sizes 5 through 10. The flexible shoes have air ventilation holes on the top and/or side, and plastic rivets attached to the strap. Shoe sizes are printed on the sole of the shoe. No other sizes, styles or models are included in the recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Plastic rivets used to attach the strap to the shoe can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should take the shoes away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or exchange.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Payless ShoeSource
- Manufacturer
- Payless ShoeSource, Inc., of Topeka, Kan.
- Product type
- Shoes & footwear
- Recall number
- 07-236
- Units
- About 270,000 (This recall was first announced in June 2007)
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Payless ShoeSource stores nationwide and Payless.com from January 2006 through June 2007 for between $15 and $20.
Toddler Clog Shoes
CPSC product type: Shoes, Sandals & Boots
Recall contact information
For additional information, call Payless at (800) 654-0697 between 7:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday. Consumers can also visit the firm's Web site at www.payless.com
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