CPSC, Target Corp. Announce Recall of Suede Sandals
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-12-02). Hazards: fall. About 1,200,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05519 |
| Published | 2004-12-02 |
| Last updated | 2024-11-19 |
| Product category | Shoes, Sandals & Boots |
| Products | Mossimo Beaded Sandals |
| Firm named in the title | Target Corp. |
| Firms | Target Corporation, Minneapolis, Minn. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 1,200,000 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Target Stores nationwide, from January 2004 through August 2004, for about $10.00. |
Description
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.
Hazard
The sole of the sandal can become slippery, causing the consumer to fall and receive bodily injury.
Remedy
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.
Incidents and injuries
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.
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