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Madewell Recalls Women's Sandals Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: August 20, 2015 Initiated: August 20, 2015 #15220

Product Description

This recall involves all Madewell Sightseer sandals from the spring 2015 collection. Sandals with the following 10 style numbers and names in all sizes are being recalled: C0275 Sightseer Knotted Slide Sandal C0276 Sightseer T-Strap Thong Sandal in Black Leather C0277 Sightseer T-Strap Thong Sandal in Metallic Colorblock C0278 Sightseer Buckle Gladiator Sandal C0279 Sightseer Slide Sandal C1105 Sightseer Crisscross Sandal C5893 Sightseer T-Strap Toe-Loop Sandal C5895 Sightseer Ankle-Wrap Sandal in Shiny Silver C5897 Sightseer Lace-Up Sandal C6090 Sightseer Ankle-Wrap Sandal in Metallic Sand The style number is located on a sticker on the outsole.

Reason for Recall

The metal shank can dislodge and break through bottom of the outsole, posing a fall hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shoes and contact Madewell to return them for a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 50,600 (in addition about 300 were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves all Madewell Sightseer sandals from the spring 2015 collection. Sandals with the following 10 style numbers and names in all sizes are being recalled: C0275 Sightseer Knotted Slide Sandal C0276 Sightseer T-Strap Thong Sandal in Black Leather C0277 Sightseer T-Strap Thong Sandal in Metallic Colorblock C0278 Sightseer Buckle Gladiator Sandal C0279 Sightseer Slide Sandal C1105 Sightseer Crisscross Sandal C5893 Sightseer T-Strap Toe-Loop Sandal C5895 Sightseer Ankle-Wrap Sandal in Shiny Silver C5897 Sightseer Lace-Up Sandal C6090 Sightseer Ankle-Wrap Sandal in Metallic Sand The style number is located on a sticker on the outsole.. Units affected: About 50,600 (in addition about 300 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The metal shank can dislodge and break through bottom of the outsole, posing a fall hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shoes and contact Madewell to return them for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 20, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15220.