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

Children’s Shoes

Date of Recall
2009-09-17

CPSC Release Number
09-344

Manufactured In
Vietnam

Company Phone Number
(800) 425-2757

Units
About 2,000

Distributor
C & J Clark America Inc., d/b/a the Clarks Companies N.A., of Newton, Mass.

Sold By
Clarks® retail stores nationwide from February 2009 through July 2009 for between $35 and $40.

Problem/Hazard
Molded rubber pieces on the sole of the recalled shoes can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants and young children.

Injuries/Incidents
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.

Description
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.

Picture 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

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

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

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