CPSC, Target Corp. Announce Recall of Suede Sandals
CPSC recall 05519 · announced December 2, 2004 · Target Corporation, Minneapolis, Minn · 1 units affected
The product
The Mossimo thong sandals have beads and shells sewn onto the straps. The sandals were sold in beige or brown suede in sizes ranging from 5 to 10, whole sizes only. "Mossimo" is engraved on the inner sole, and the size of the sandal is printed on a clear label affixed to the side.
The hazard
The sole of the sandal can become slippery, causing the consumer to fall and receive bodily injury.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should return their sandals to their nearest Target store for a gift card from Target in the amount of a full refund of the purchase price plus applicable state taxes.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Target has received 15 reports of incidents involving falls. There have been nine injuries reported, including injuries to the back, head and wrist, and reports of broken bones and bruising.
Sold at: Target Stores nationwide, from January 2004 through August 2004, for about $10.00.
Consumer contact: For more information consumers can contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday and 9:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Saturday, or at the firm's website at www.target.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.