See Kai Run Brand Children's Boots Recalled, Snaps Pose Choking Hazard
Recall 07050 · Dec 13, 2006 · See Kai Run
6
units affected
6
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 07050
- Date
- Dec 13, 2006
- Company
- See Kai Run
- Units affected
- 6
- Product
- Children's Boots
- Product type
- Shoes, Sandals & Boots
- Hazard
- Choking
The product
This recall involves the "Ellis" children's boots sold in pre-walk and toddler sizes 3 through 9. The boots are black with white stitching and were sold with either leather or faux fur lining. "See Kai Run" is written on the sole and insole of the boots. . "Ellis - FF" or "Ellis - L" is written on the side of the shoe box under the Style heading. No other styles or models are included in this recall.
What can happen
Metals snaps on the side closure of the boot can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
The fix
Consumers should take the recalled shoes away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased. Consumers will receive a refund or replacement pair of shoes.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- See Kai Run has received one report of a child starting to choke on a detached snap from the boot.
- Sold at
- Children's shoe stores, department stores, boutiques and Web retailers nationwide from November 2004 through November 2006 for about $40.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled children's boots?
Consumers should take the recalled shoes away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased. Consumers will receive a refund or replacement pair of shoes.
What is the hazard?
Metals snaps on the side closure of the boot can detach, posing a choking hazard to 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.