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