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


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Hazard
The metal shank can dislodge and break through bottom of the outsole, posing a fall hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shoes and contact Madewell to return them for a full refund.
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.
Product 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.
Sold on
Madewell stores nationwide and online at madewell.com from April 2015 through August 2015 for about $100.
Contact the company
Madewell Inc. toll-free at 866-544-1937 anytime, email [email protected] or online at www.madewell.com and click on Important Notice for more information.
What should I do?
Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.
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