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CPSC, Target Corp. Announce Recall of Suede Sandals

Recall 05-519 · December 2, 2004

What to doConsumers 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.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
05-519 (CPSC)
Recall date
December 2, 2004
Category
Clothing and accessories
Products
Mossimo Beaded Sandals
Hazard
Falls and tip-overs hazard
Hazard type
Falls and tip-overs
Units
1.2 million
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
November 19, 2024

What was recalled

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.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Mossimo Beaded Sandals · 1.2 million units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Target Stores nationwide, from January 2004 through August 2004, for about $10.00.; Target Corporation, Minneapolis, Minn..

Injuries or incidents reported

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.

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

Recall history and context

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 136 recalls in the clothing and accessories category, 19 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Mossimo Beaded Sandals (1.2 million units). The Mossimo thong sandals have beads and shells sewn onto the straps.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Falls and tip-overs hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

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.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on November 19, 2024. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.