Recalled Product

KEDS "Know It All" Girls' Shoes

On 2011-11-16, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall regarding KEDS "Know It All" Girls' Shoes due to a potential laceration hazard. This product sold new beginning in June 2011 for about $23.

About 50,000 units are involved in this recall. Instance(s) of injuries have been reported. More Info.

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This is the 5th recall of Shoes, Booties, Socks & Slippers in 2011. Since 2005, there have been approximately 20 similar recalls, involving about 4 million product units. Click here to see images of other recently recalled Shoes, Booties, Socks & Slippers.

What is the problem?

Ornamental stars on the heel of the shoe can loosen, posing a laceration hazard.

Instance(s) of injuries have been reported.

How can I tell if I own this product?

This recall involves KEDS girls' rubber soled shoes. The shoes are black and pink with white trim and a pink loop on the heel. "KEDS" appears on the tongue and heel of the shoe. The style number KY40098A is printed on the underside of the tongue. The shoes were sold in girls' sizes 12 to 5.

These items were sold new⁺ at Various department stores and online retailers from June through October 2011 for about $23.

What should I do if I own this recalled product?

First, stop using the item.

Then, add the item to a free, private Items I Own account. This will enable you to easily access the CPSC and recalling company's remedy instructions as well as track your progress toward getting the item returned or fixed. Click "I Own THIS Item" to continue.

The CPSC provides the following remedy information:

Consumers should take these shoes away from children immediately and contact Collective Brands to receive a gift card for $30 redeemable at Stride Rite stores or striderite.com.

For additional information, contact Collective Brands at (800)365-4933 between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. ET Saturday and Sunday, Email kedskidsrecall@collectivebrands.com, or visit the firm's website www.collectivebrands.com

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⁺WeMakeItSafer cautions consumers that recalled items may have been acquired at different locations, prices and times than specified in the CPSC recall announcement. This is especially true for items purchased in online marketplaces, resale shops or yard sales. More information may be available in the CPSC recall announcement.