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Women's Shoes Recalled by Wal-Mart Due to Fall Hazard
Recalled April 9, 2009 · CPSC recall 09191 · Joyfair Footwear
Hazard
Heels on the shoes can easily detach, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop wearing the shoes and return them to the nearest Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Units
About 200,000 pairs
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Description
This recall involves women's sling-back, pointed-toe shoes sold under the George brand. The shoes were sold in three colors, black, gray and purple, and in sizes 5 ½ to 11.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop wearing the shoes and return them to the nearest Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Contact
For additional information, contact Wal-Mart Stores at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.walmartstores.com for more information.
Product
Women's Shoes
Manufacturer(s)
Joyfair Footwear, of Taipei, Taiwan
Imported by
Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
Retailers
Wal-Mart stores nationwide from June 2008 through December 2008 for about $13.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →