September 17, 2009

Clarks® Children’s Shoes Recalled by C & J Clark America 

Name of Product: Children’s Shoes

Units: About 2,000

Distributor: C & J Clark America Inc., d/b/a the Clarks Companies N.A., of Newton, Mass.

Hazard: Molded rubber pieces on the sole of the recalled shoes can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants and young children.

Description: This recall involves Clarks® children’s shoes sold under the “crawlers” and “hazy daze” style names. The crawlers were sold in infant sizes 2 to 3 1/2; and the hazy daze in sizes 4 to 6 1/2. “Clarks” is printed on the sole underneath the heel and the words “Clarks First Shoes” is printed on a multi-colored label inside the shoe’s heel area. The following names and model numbers are included in this recall.

Name Model Number Description
Little Kyle Blue Crawler 89823 Blue with red and black trim
Little Kyle Tan Crawler 89824 Tan with blue and brown trim
India Sparkle White Crawler 88000 White with light green trim and pink stitching
Kirstin Baby Pink Crawler 88109 Light pink with darker pink trim
Hazy Daze White Sandal 88234 White leather with cream and tan trim

Sold at: Clarks® retail stores nationwide from February 2009 through July 2009 for between $35 and $40.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the shoes away from children and return them to the nearest Clarks® store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact C & J Clark America at (800) 425-2757 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.clarkskidsusa.com