Madewell Expands Recall of Women's Sandals Due to Fall Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 15-254 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- September 29, 2015
- Brand
- Madewell Expands
- Category
- Clothing and accessories
- Products
- Sandals
- Hazard
- Fall Hazard
- Hazard type
- Falls and tip-overs
- Remedy
- Refund
- Units
- About 570 in the United States (in addition, 3 were sold in Canada) (Madewell recalled 50,600 women's Sightseer sandals in August 2015 for the same hazard)
- Made in
- Brazil
- Last updated by CPSC
- April 18, 2016
What was recalled
This recall involves all sizes and colors of the Madewell Katya sandal from the spring 2015 collection. The metallic sand or rose gold-colored leather sandals have a wide strap with a lace-up thong. The style number C5840 is located on a sticker on the outsole.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Sandals · About 570 in the United States (in addition, 3 were sold in Canada) (Madewell recalled 50,600 women's Sightseer sandals in August 2015 for the same hazard) units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Madewell stores nationwide and online at madewell.com from April 2015 through August 2015 for about $100.; Madewell Inc., of New York, N.Y..
Injuries or incidents reported
The firm has received one report of a metal shank dislodging and breaking through the bottom of the outsole. No injuries have been reported.
Consumer contact
Madewell Inc. toll-free at 866-544-1937 anytime, email 24-7@madewell.com or online at www.madewell.com and click on Important Notice for more information.
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?
Sandals (About 570 in the United States (in addition, 3 were sold in Canada) (Madewell recalled 50,600 women's Sightseer sandals in August 2015 for the same hazard) units). This recall involves all sizes and colors of the Madewell Katya sandal from the spring 2015 collection.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Fall Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shoes and contact Madewell to return them 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 April 18, 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.