CPSC recall 11-257, announced June 23, 2011, covers Target Circo Aloma Infant Girls Sandals (about 51,700 units). The decorative plastic flowers can detach, posing a choking hazard. The notice cites 8 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the sandals and return them to any Target store to receive a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 440-0680, or go to www.target.com.
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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 recalled infant girls sandals are white with decorative plastic flowers attached to the toes and sides. The sandals were sold under the style name "Aloma" in infant girls' sizes 2 through 5. "Circo" is printed on the inside and bottom of the shoe.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The decorative plastic flowers can detach, posing a choking hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Target has received eight reports of the decorative flowers detaching from the sandals. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the sandals and return them to any Target store to receive a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Target
- Product type
- Shoes & footwear
- Recall number
- 11-257
- Units
- About 51,700
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Target stores and Target.com nationwide from January 2011 to May 2011 for about $10.
- Importer
- Target, of Minneapolis, Minn.
Circo Aloma Infant Girls Sandals
CPSC product type: Sandals and Flip Flops
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Target Guest Relations at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.target.com
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