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Stride Rite Recalls Girl's Sandals Due to Choking Hazard

Reported: June 13, 2013 Initiated: June 13, 2013 #13215

Product Description

The "Joanna" girl's sandals have an ankle strap, three bands and a flower on top. They were sold in white with a silver-colored metal flower and brown with a copper-colored metal flower in girl's sizes 8.5 through 10. The name "Joanna," the style number CG40723 (white shoe) or CG40725 (brown shoe) and the size are printed on the underside of the front shoe strap. "StrideRite" appears on the bottom of the shoe.

Reason for Recall

The metal flower on the shoe can detach, posing a choking hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled shoes away from children and contact Stride Rite to receive a prepaid envelope for the return of the shoes. Upon return, customers will receive a voucher for the purchase price redeemable at Stride Rite stores or striderite.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The "Joanna" girl's sandals have an ankle strap, three bands and a flower on top. They were sold in white with a silver-colored metal flower and brown with a copper-colored metal flower in girl's sizes 8.5 through 10. The name "Joanna," the style number CG40723 (white shoe) or CG40725 (brown shoe) and the size are printed on the underside of the front shoe strap. "StrideRite" appears on the bottom of the shoe.. Recalled by Stride Rite Children's Group LLC, of Lexington, Mass.. Units affected: About 7,500.
Why was this product recalled?
The metal flower on the shoe can detach, posing a choking hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled shoes away from children and contact Stride Rite to receive a prepaid envelope for the return of the shoes. Upon return, customers will receive a voucher for the purchase price redeemable at Stride Rite stores or striderite.com.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 13, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 13215.