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Product recall · CPSCApril 9, 2009Serious
Women's Shoes
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
Heels on the shoes can easily detach, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fall risk.
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.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop wearing the shoes and return them to the nearest Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Wal-Mart Stores at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.walmartstores.com for more information.
The product
This recall involves women's sling-back, pointed-toe shoes sold under the George brand. The shoes were sold in three colors, black, gray and purple, and in sizes 5 ½ to 11.
Details
- Units affected
- About 200,000 pairs
- Recall date
- April 9, 2009
- Brand
- Joyfair Footwear, of Taipei, Taiwan, Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Wal-Mart stores nationwide from June 2008 through December 2008 for about $13.
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: “Women's Shoes Recalled by Wal-Mart Due to Fall 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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