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Product recall · CPSCSeptember 17, 2009Serious
Clarks Children's Shoes
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
Molded rubber pieces on the sole of the recalled shoes can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants and young children.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Choking hazard from small parts.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately take the shoes away from children and return them to the nearest Clarks® store for a full refund.
Who to contact: 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
The product
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
Details
- Units affected
- About 2,000
- Recall date
- September 17, 2009
- Made or distributed by
- C & J Clark America Inc., d/b/a the Clarks Companies N.A., of Newton, Mass.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- 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.
Clarks® retail stores nationwide from February 2009 through July 2009 for between $35 and $40.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Clarks Children's Shoes Recalled by C & J Clark America Due to Choking Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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