CPSC, Deckers Outdoor Corp. Announce Recall of Children's Teva Sandals
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 99-007 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- October 8, 1998
- Brand
- Deckers Outdoor
- Category
- Clothing and accessories
- Products
- Children's Teva sandals
- Hazard
- Falls and tip-overs hazard
- Hazard type
- Falls and tip-overs
- Units
- About 65,000
- Made in
- United States
- Last updated by CPSC
- October 15, 1998
What was recalled
These Teva sandals have straps that are "Abstract Bright," which are red, blue and yellow; "Abstract Pink," which are pink, purple, black and white; and "Frog Blue," which are blue, white and black. The footbed of the sandals are black. The bottom of the sole is marked with a star pattern along with the words "Teva" and "made in U.S.A." The shoes were packaged in a plastic box. Writing on the paper label inside the box includes, "Little Kids...Teva ... MADE FOR LITTLE FEET." The sandals were sold in sizes 2/3 through 8/9 for children aged 6 months to 4 years.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Children's Teva sandals · About 65,000 units
Photos from the recall notice

Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Shoe retailers sold these sandals nationwide, from December 1997 through August 1998, for about $25.; Deckers Outdoor Corp., of Goleta, Calif..
Injuries or incidents reported
Deckers is aware of a 2-year-old who reportedly fell when one of the sandals he was wearing came apart, injuring his lip, gum and tooth.
Consumer contact
Consumers may contact Deckers at (800) 781-9928 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PDT Monday through Friday.
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 Teva sandals (About 65,000 units). These Teva sandals have straps that are "Abstract Bright," which are red, blue and yellow; "Abstract Pink," which are pink, purple, black and white; and "Frog Blue," which are blue, white and black.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Falls and tip-overs hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should stop using these sandals immediately. To get information on obtaining a refund, contact Deckers.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on October 15, 1998. 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.