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Madewell Expands Recall of Women’s Sandals Due to Fall Hazard

  • Recalled Katya model women’s metallic sand-colored sandal
  • Recalled Katya model women’s rose gold-colored sandal
Name of Product:
Sandals
Hazard:
The metal shank can dislodge and break through bottom of the outsole, posing a fall hazard.
Remedy:
Refund
Recall Date:
September 29, 2015
Units:
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)
Consumer Contact

Madewell Inc. toll-free at 866-544-1937 anytime, email 24-7@madewell.com or online at www.madewell.com  and click on Important Notice for more information.   

Recall Details

In Conjunction With:
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.

Remedy:

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

Incidents/Injuries:

The firm has received one report of a metal shank dislodging and breaking through the bottom of the outsole. No injuries have been reported. 

Sold Exclusively At:
Madewell stores nationwide and online at madewell.com from April 2015 through August 2015 for about $100.
Importer(s):

Madewell Inc., of New York, N.Y.

Distributor(s):
Madewell Inc., of New York, N.Y.
Manufactured In:
Brazil
Recall number:
15-254

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