The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·07568·Announced 2007-08-03

Hanna Andersson Recalls Birchwood Sole Sandal Clogs Due to Fall Hazard

Hanna Andersson is recalling about 3,900 Birchwood Sole Sandal Clogs because the leather ankle strap can tear or separate from the sole, posing a fall hazard.

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 risk-of-harm product (fall hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which corresponds to a score of 3 (High) per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Hanna Andersson Inc. is recalling about 3,900 units of Birchwood Sole Sandal Clogs. The sandals feature a birchwood sole with rubber grips and leather straps. They are available in blue, pink, and black, in European sizes 25-41. The words "Hanna Andersson" and "Made in Sweden" are printed on the sole.

The recall is due to a fall hazard. The leather ankle strap can tear or separate from the clog sole. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

The sandals were sold at Hanna Andersson stores nationwide, through its catalog, and on its website from January 2007 through July 2007 for between $48 and $58. The product was manufactured by Skottens Skor of Vretstorp, Sweden.

Customers should immediately stop using the recalled sandals and contact Hanna Andersson for instructions on returning the item for a full refund. For more information, call (800) 222-0544 between 5 a.m. and 9 p.m. PT daily, e-mail [email protected], or visit www.hannaandersson.com.

The recalled product

Product
Birchwood Sole Sandal Clogs
Manufacturer
Skottens Skor, of Vretstorp, Sweden
Category
Consumer Product — Footwear
Hazard
Affected units
3,900

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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