CPSC recall 15-220, announced August 20, 2015, covers Madewell Sandals (about 50,600 units). The metal shank can dislodge and break through bottom of the outsole, posing a fall hazard. The notice cites 8 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shoes and contact Madewell to return them for a full refund. Recall contact: call (866) 544-1937, go to www.madewell.com, or email 24-7@madewell.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.
Sandals with the following 10 style numbers and names in all sizes are being recalled: C0275 Sightseer Knotted Slide Sandal C0276 Sightseer T-Strap Thong Sandal in Black Leather C0277 Sightseer T-Strap Thong Sandal in Metallic Colorblock C0278 Sightseer Buckle Gladiator Sandal C0279 Sightseer Slide Sandal C1105 Sightseer Crisscross Sandal C5893 Sightseer T-Strap Toe-Loop Sandal C5895 Sightseer Ankle-Wrap Sandal in Shiny Silver C5897 Sightseer Lace-Up Sandal C6090 Sightseer Ankle-Wrap Sandal in Metallic Sand The style number is located on a sticker on the outsole.
Which products are included?
This recall involves all Madewell Sightseer sandals from the spring 2015 collection. Sandals with the following 10 style numbers and names in all sizes are being recalled: C0275 Sightseer Knotted Slide Sandal C0276 Sightseer T-Strap Thong Sandal in Black Leather C0277 Sightseer T-Strap Thong Sandal in Metallic Colorblock C0278 Sightseer Buckle Gladiator Sandal C0279 Sightseer Slide Sandal C1105 Sightseer Crisscross Sandal C5893 Sightseer T-Strap Toe-Loop Sandal C5895 Sightseer Ankle-Wrap Sandal in Shiny Silver C5897 Sightseer Lace-Up Sandal C6090 Sightseer Ankle-Wrap Sandal in Metallic Sand The style number is located on a sticker on the outsole.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The metal shank can dislodge and break through bottom of the outsole, posing a fall hazard.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received eight reports of metal shanks dislodging and breaking through the bottom of the outsole. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shoes and contact Madewell to return them for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Madewell
- Product type
- Shoes & footwear
- Recall number
- 15-220
- Units
- About 50,600 (in addition about 300 were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- Brazil
- Sold at / sales period
- Madewell stores, online at madewell.com, online at shopbop.com from February 2015 to July 2015 for between $60 and $80.
- Importer
- Madewell Inc., of New York, N.Y.
Sandals
CPSC product type: Sandals and Flip Flops
Recall contact information
Madewell Inc. toll free at (866) 544-1937 anytime, email 24-7@madewell.com or online at www.madewell.com and click on Important Notice for more information.
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