The Gymboree Corp. Recall of Baby Sandals
Caroline Flower Baby Sandals
Date of Recall
2005-08-12CPSC Release Number
05-242Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(877) 449-6932Units
About 5,600Manufacturer
The Gymboree Corp., of San Francisco, Calif.Sold By
Gymboree stores and Web site nationwide from May 2005 through July 2005 for between $22 and $28.Problem/Hazard
A plastic flower attached to the sandals can pull or snap off, posing a choking hazard to young children.Injuries/Incidents
Gymboree has received four reports of the plastic flower coming off of the sandals. One child reportedly pulled the flower off of the sandal, placed it in her mouth and started to choke, and another child was reported to have bitten a flower off of the sandal.Description
This recall includes the Caroline Flower Baby Sandal with SKU number 140002069 sold in sizes 1 to 8. The SKU number is printed on the price tag above the bar code. The sandal has a white upper sole and a cork covered outer sole. A white decorative plastic flower is attached to the top of the front strap. The front and back strap have adjustable touch fasteners. The name "Gymboree" is printed in aqua on the sole of the sandal.Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the sandals and return them to a Gymboree store for a refund. Consumers also can return the sandals to Gymboree via mail. Contact Gymboree for return instructions.Consumer Contact
Contact Gymboree toll-free at (877) 449-6932 between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. PT Monday through Friday and between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. PT Saturdays or visit the firm's Web site at www.gymboree.comRecall Comments
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