CPSC2004-11-03
CPSC, adidas America Inc. Announce Recall of Basketball Shoes
adidas America Inc., of Portland, Ore.
Hazard
A portion of the sole of the heel can separate or tear during use, which can result in injuries.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shoes, and contact adidas America to receive a prepaid mailing label and a refund or gift certificate.
Sold at
adidas stores, major athletic shoe stores, independent shoe stores nationwide, and at thestore.adidas.com. The Superstar Ultra shoes were sold between January 2004 and October 2004 for about $120. The Pro Team shoes were sold between July 2004 and October 2004 for about $80.
Affected count
About 187,000 pairs
Injuries reported
adidas America has received two reports of injuries involving these shoes, including one sprained ankle and one strained Achilles tendon.
Manufactured in
China
Products
adidas Superstar Ultra and Pro Team Shoes
Consumer contact
For more information, call adidas America toll-free at (877) 568-4632 anytime, or visit the adidas America website at www.adidas.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-adidas-America-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Basketball-ShoesDon't want to check this manually?
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