Recall Radar

Clarks Children's Shoes Recalled by C & J Clark America Due to Choking Hazard

Recall 09-344 · September 17, 2009 · C & J Clark

What to doConsumers should immediately take the shoes away from children and return them to the nearest Clarks® store for a full refund.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
09-344 (CPSC)
Recall date
September 17, 2009
Brand
C & J Clark
Category
Clothing and accessories
Products
Children's Shoes
Hazard
Choking Hazard
Hazard type
Choking and ingestion
Units
About 2,000
Made in
Vietnam
Last updated by CPSC
May 23, 2014

What was recalled

This recall involves Clarks® children's shoes sold under the "crawlers" and "hazy daze" style names. The crawlers were sold in infant sizes 2 to 3 1/2; and the hazy daze in sizes 4 to 6 1/2. "Clarks" is printed on the sole underneath the heel and the words "Clarks First Shoes" is printed on a multi-colored label inside the shoe's heel area. The following names and model numbers are included in this recall. Name Model Number Description Little Kyle Blue Crawler 89823 Blue with red and black trim Little Kyle Tan Crawler 89824 Tan with blue and brown trim India Sparkle White Crawler 88000 White with light green trim and pink stitching Kirstin Baby Pink Crawler 88109 Light pink with darker pink trim Hazy Daze White Sandal 88234 White leather with cream and tan trim

Is my product affected?

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

  • Children's Shoes · About 2,000 units

Photos from the recall notice

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Clarks® retail stores nationwide from February 2009 through July 2009 for between $35 and $40.; C & J Clark America Inc., d/b/a the Clarks Companies N.A., of Newton, Mass..

Injuries or incidents reported

No incidents have been reported in the United States. In the United Kingdom there have been six reports of the rubber pieces detaching, including two reports of children mouthing the rubber piece. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact C & J Clark America at (800) 425-2757 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.clarkskidsusa.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?

Children's Shoes (About 2,000 units). This recall involves Clarks® children's shoes sold under the "crawlers" and "hazy daze" style names.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Choking Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately take the shoes away from children and return them to the nearest Clarks® store for a full refund.

Similar recalls in clothing and accessories

  • Primark Recalls 101 Dalmatians Faux Leather Children’s Coin Purses
    October 15, 2026 · Primark · Clothing and accessories

    This recall involves the Primark 101 Dalmatians Faux Leather Coin Purse, Model No. 2595301. The coin purse is black and has a picture of a dalmatian and "101 Dalmatians"…

  • Little Loves & Co. Recalls Youth Clothing with Drawstrings
    August 27, 2026 · Little Loves · Clothing and accessories

    This recall involves youth daywear sets and boy short sets with waist drawstrings. The daywear sets were sold with a crew neck shirt and joggers. The boy short sets were…

  • Target Recalls Cat & Jack Children's Sandals
    July 16, 2026 · Target · Clothing and accessories

    This recall involves Cat & Jack-branded children's sandals. The sandals are tan and have two raffia straps with gold buckles and plastic pearls. The brand is printed on…

  • Veseacky Pajama Sets Recalled
    June 18, 2026 · Veseacky Pajama Sets · Clothing and accessories

    This recall involves Veseacky pajama sets. The pajama sets consist of a long-sleeve, button-up top with a front pocket and matching pants. They were sold in various…

  • SHEIN Distribution Corporation Recalls Michley Children's Pajamas
    June 18, 2026 · SHEIN Distribution · Clothing and accessories

    This recall involves Michley-branded children's pajamas. The recalled one-piece pajamas were sold in green with a dinosaur patch, pink with a bunny patch, yellow with a…

  • Allura Imports Recalls Youth Sweatshirts with Bobcat Logo and Drawstrings
    May 7, 2026 · Allura Imports · Clothing and accessories

    This recall involves youth sweatshirts with drawstrings. The sweatshirts are gray and have the Bobcat name and logo printed in black on the chest of the sweatshirt. The…

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 23, 2014. 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.