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ChokingSeptember 20, 2004CPSC #04217

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

Product
Clothing & Apparel
Units affected
140,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

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.

Hazard

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

Injuries

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

Made in

China

Where it was sold

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

Photos

Recalled Reebok "Iverson/Answer" toddler shoes
View official CPSC recall

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