Meijer Recalls Infant Shoes Due to Choking Hazard
CPSC recall 11023 · announced October 27, 2010 · Meijer · 2,300 units affected
The product
This recall involves Meijer Falls Creek infant boy casual shoes with bungee laces and toggles. The brown leather shoes were sold in infant sizes 5 to 10 and have "Falls Creek" imprinted on the bottom of the shoe.
The hazard
The shoe lace toggles can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the recalled shoes from children. Consumers can remove and discard the toggles to eliminate the hazard or return the product to any Meijer store for a full refund. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Meijer stores nationwide from July 2010 through September 2010 for about $15.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Meijer at (800) 927-8699 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.meijer.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.