Birkenstock USA Recalls Kids' Mogami Sandals Due to Choking Hazard
Recall 21172 · Jul 28, 2021 · Birkenstock USA
15,200
units affected
15,200
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 21172
- Date
- Jul 28, 2021
- Company
- Birkenstock USA
- Units affected
- 15,200
- Product
- Birkenstock Kids' Mogami Sandals Sizes 24-28
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Choking
The product
This recall involves the Birkenstock "Mogami Kids" sandal in sizes 24-28 for children up to age 3. The recalled sandals are black, ultra-blue, pink, and icy acid lime. The plastic rivets used to attach the back strap to the side of the sandal are pink on the pink sandal and black on all other sandals. "BIRKENSTOCK" is printed on the sandal's footbed and on the buckle.
What can happen
A plastic rivet can detach from the sandal's ankle strap, posing a choking hazard for young children.
The fix
Consumers should immediately take the recalled sandals away from children and return the sandals to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported
- Sold at
- Retailers nationwide including Dick's Sporting Goods, Foot Locker and online at Birkenstock.com and Zappos.com from March 2021 through May 2021 for about $50.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled birkenstock kids' mogami sandals sizes 24-28?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled sandals away from children and return the sandals to the place of purchase for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
A plastic rivet can detach from the sandal's ankle strap, posing a choking hazard for young children.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.