The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Birchwood Sole Sandal Clogs
Units: About 3,900
Importer/Distributor: Hanna Andersson Inc., of Portland, Ore.
Manufacturer: Skottens Skor, of Vretstorp, Sweden
Hazard: The leather ankle strap can tear or separate from the clog sole, posing a fall hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: None.
Description: The recalled sandals have a birchwood sole and leather straps. They come in different colors (blue, pink and black) and were sold in European sizes 25-41. The bottom of the wooden sole has rubber grips. The words “Hanna Andersson” and “Made in Sweden” are printed on the sole.
Sold at: Hanna Andersson stores nationwide, its catalog, and Web site from January 2007 through July 2007.
Manufactured in: Sweden
Remedy: Customers should immediately stop using the recalled Sandals and contact Hanna Andersson for instructions on returning the item for a full refund.
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission