CPSC recall 09-344, announced September 17, 2009, covers Children's Shoes (about 2,000 units). Molded rubber pieces on the sole of the recalled shoes can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants and young children. The notice cites 6 incident reports. Consumers should immediately take the shoes away from children and return them to the nearest Clarks® store for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 425-2757, or go to www.clarkskidsusa.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.
"Clarks" is printed on the sole underneath the heel and the words "Clarks First Shoes" is printed on a multi-colored label inside the shoe's heel area.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Clarks® children's shoes sold under the "crawlers" and "hazy daze" style names. The crawlers were sold in infant sizes 2 to 3 1/2; and the hazy daze in sizes 4 to 6 1/2. "Clarks" is printed on the sole underneath the heel and the words "Clarks First Shoes" is printed on a multi-colored label inside the shoe's heel area. The following names and model numbers are included in this recall. Name Model Number Description Little Kyle Blue Crawler 89823 Blue with red and black trim Little Kyle Tan Crawler 89824 Tan with blue and brown trim India Sparkle White Crawler 88000 White with light green trim and pink stitching Kirstin Baby Pink Crawler 88109 Light pink with darker pink trim Hazy Daze White Sandal 88234 White leather with cream and tan trim
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Molded rubber pieces on the sole of the recalled shoes can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants and young children.
Incidents and injuries
No incidents have been reported in the United States. In the United Kingdom there have been six reports of the rubber pieces detaching, including two reports of children mouthing the rubber piece. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the shoes away from children and return them to the nearest Clarks® store for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- C & J Clark America Inc., d/b/a the Clarks
- Product type
- Shoes & footwear
- Recall number
- 09-344
- Units
- About 2,000
- Manufactured in
- Vietnam
- Sold at / sales period
- Clarks® retail stores nationwide from February 2009 through July 2009 for between $35 and $40.
- Distributor
- C & J Clark America Inc., d/b/a the Clarks Companies N.A., of Newton, Mass.
Children's Shoes
CPSC product type: Shoes, Sandals & Boots
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact C & J Clark America at (800) 425-2757 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.clarkskidsusa.com
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