Meijer Recalls Infant Slipper Socks Due to Choking Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 11-220 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- May 11, 2011
- Brand
- Meijer
- Category
- Baby and nursery
- Products
- Bumble Bee and Lady Bug Infant Slipper Socks
- Hazard
- Choking Hazard
- Hazard type
- Choking and ingestion
- Remedy
- Refund
- Units
- About 17,400
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- July 8, 2016
What was recalled
This recall involves Falls Creek brand infant slipper socks, including yellow and black Bumble Bee Slipper Socks, UPC 80640907401, and red and black Lady Bug Slipper Socks, UPC 80640907402. The UPC is located on the sock's hangtag. They were sold in infant size 0-12 months.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Bumble Bee and Lady Bug Infant Slipper Socks · About 17,400 units
Photos from the recall notice

Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio from June 2009 through March 2011 for about $4.; Meijer Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich..
Injuries or incidents reported
Meijer received one report of a ball detaching from the antennae. It was found in a child's crib. No injuries have been reported.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Meijer at (800) 927-8699 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.meijer.com
Recall history and context
Meijer appears in 17 CPSC recalls on record. See all Meijer recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 238 recalls in the baby and nursery category, 59 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Bumble Bee and Lady Bug Infant Slipper Socks (About 17,400 units). This recall involves Falls Creek brand infant slipper socks, including yellow and black Bumble Bee Slipper Socks, UPC 80640907401, and red and black Lady Bug Slipper Socks, UPC 80640907402.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Choking Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled slipper socks away from children and return them to any Meijer store for a full refund.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on July 8, 2016. 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.