CPSC, Reebok International Announce Recall of Toddler's Athletic Shoes

Recalled September 20, 2004 · CPSC recall 04217 · Reebok

Recalled Reebok "Iverson/Answer" toddler shoes

Hazard

The I-3 logo-tag on the tongue of the shoe can be peeled off, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take these shoes away from young children and contact Reebok to receive a refund.

Units

About 140,000

Incidents / injuries

Reebok has received a report of an 8-month-old child mouthing the logo-tag. The tag was removed without injury.

Description

The recalled Reebok Iverson mid- and low-style athletic shoes were sold in toddler sizes 2 through 10. The logo-tag on the tongue of the shoe reads "I3/Answer," and on the rear and center of the heel is an "I3" logo. The names "Iverson" and "The Realist" are carved into the sole. The model number is printed on a label on the underside of the tongue. Model numbers included in the recall are: 99553, B99553, 99554, B99554, 105155, B105155, 105158, B105158, 108292, and B108292.

What to do

Consumers should immediately take these shoes away from young children and contact Reebok to receive a refund.

Contact

Call Reebok at (800) 843-4444 anytime or visit the firm's website at www.reebok.com

Product

Reebok "Iverson/Answer" toddler shoes

Manufacturer(s)

Reebok International Ltd., of Canton, Mass.

Retailers

Reebok, independent retailers, children's apparel and athletic shoe stores nationwide, from March 2004 through August 2004, for about $35.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →