CPSC, NIKE Announce Recall of Children's Athletic Shoes
CPSC recall 04200 · announced August 18, 2004 · Nike · 9,000 units affected
The product
The "GET-GO" and "LITTLE GET-GO" children's athletic shoes come in various color combinations and were sold in toddler and pre-school sizes 2C through 3Y. The Nike Swoosh symbol is on the outside and sole of the shoe. All shoes close with a strap. The style name "GET-GO" or "LITTLE GET-GO" is written on the shoe box. The recalled shoes have one of the following six-digit numbers on a label inside the shoe just above the UPC code: 308638, 308639, 308642 and 308647. Only these style numbers are included in this recall.
The hazard
The 1.5-inch to 1.75-inch rubber tab at the top of the heel can detach from the shoe, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the recalled shoes away from young children and contact Nike to receive a refund voucher.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Nike has received three reports of heel tabs separating from shoes. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Nike stores, major athletic shoe stores, independent shoe stores and children's stores nationwide, from June 2004 through August 2004, for between $35 and $45.
Consumer contact: For more information, call Nike at (800) 344-6453 anytime or visit the Nike website at www.nikebiz.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.