The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·07214·Announced 2007-06-14

Nordstrom Recalls Children's Jeweled Sandals Due to Choking Hazard

Nordstrom is recalling about 1,800 children's Calypso sandals because the jeweled decorations can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a choking hazard for young children, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, meeting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Nordstrom Inc. are recalling about 1,800 children's Calypso sandals due to a choking hazard. The jewel decorations on the shoes can detach, posing a risk to young children. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled sandals are Nordstrom brand, sold in toddler and little girl's sizes. They are tan and white with gold straps featuring three jeweled flowers on the top. "Nordstrom" and a flower pattern are embossed on the upper sole, and toddler sizes include an ankle strap. The shoes were manufactured in China.

Nordstrom sold the sandals in stores nationwide and on Nordstrom.com during February 2007 for about $27. Consumers should immediately return the recalled sandals to any Nordstrom store or Nordstrom.com for a full refund. For additional information, call Nordstrom at (888) 282-6060 or visit www.nordstrom.com.

The recalled product

Product
Calypso Sandals
Manufacturer
Nordstrom Inc., of Seattle, Wash.
Category
Consumer Product — Footwear
Hazard
Affected units
1,800

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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