Sandals

Class II - Moderate

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    (About 570 in the United States (in addition, 3 were sold in Canada) (Madewell recalled 50,600 women's Sightseer sandals in August 2015 for the same hazard))
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

Recall Details

Company:
Unknown Manufacturer
Reason for Recall:
The metal shank can dislodge and break through bottom of the outsole, posing a fall hazard.
Classification:
Class II - Moderate

Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose a slight threat of a serious nature.

Status:
ongoing
Hazard:
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.

Product Images

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Product Information

Full Description:

This recall involves all sizes and colors of the Madewell Katya sandal from the spring 2015 collection. The metallic sand or rose gold-colored leather sandals have a wide strap with a lace-up thong. The style number C5840 is located on a sticker on the outsole.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

(About 570 in the United States (in addition, 3 were sold in Canada) (Madewell recalled 50,600 women's Sightseer sandals in August 2015 for the same hazard))

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:

View on CPSC.gov

CPSC Recall Number: 15254

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