Women's Shoes Recalled by Wal-Mart Due to Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-04-09). Hazards: fall. About 200,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09191 |
| Published | 2009-04-09 |
| Last updated | 2014-06-13 |
| Product category | Shoes, Sandals & Boots |
| Products | Women's Shoes |
| Firm named in the title | Wal-Mart |
| Firms | Joyfair Footwear, of Taipei, Taiwan (manufacturer); Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 200,000 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Wal-Mart stores nationwide from June 2008 through December 2008 for about $13. |
Description
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.
Hazard
Heels on the shoes can easily detach, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop wearing the shoes and return them to the nearest Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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