Nike™ Get-Go and Little Get-Go Children's Athletic Shoes
CPSC Recall #04-200 — August 17, 2004
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | 04-200 |
| Recall Date | August 17, 2004 |
| Remedy Type | Refund |
| Units Affected | About 9,000 |
| Manufacturer | Nike USA, Inc., of Beaverton, Ore. |
| Manufactured In | Indonesia |
Where It Was Sold
| Nike stores |
| major athletic shoe stores |
| independent shoe stores and children's stores nationwide from June 2004 through August 2004 for between $35 and $45. |
Product
Nike™ Get-Go and Little Get-Go Children's Athletic Shoes
Description
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Nike USA, Inc., of Beaverton, Ore. is voluntarily recalling about 9,000 Nike™ Get-Go and Little Get-Go Children's Athletic Shoes. The 1.5-inch to 1.75-inch rubber tab at the top of the heel can detach from the shoe, posing a choking hazard to young children.Name of product: Nike™ Get-Go and Little Get-Go Children's Athletic Shoes Units: About 9,000 Manufacturer: Nike USA, Inc., of Beaverton, Ore.Hazard: The 1.5-inch to 1.75-inch rubber tab at the top of the heel can detach from the shoe, posing a choking hazard to young children.Incidents/Injuries: Nike has received three reports of heel tabs separating from shoes. No injuries have been reported. Description: The "GET-GO" and "LITTLE GET-GO" children's athletic shoes come in various color combinations and were sold in toddler and pre-school sizes 2C through 3Y. The Nike Swoosh symbol is on the outside and sole of the shoe. All shoes close with a strap. The style name "GET-GO" or "LITTLE GET-GO" is written on the shoe box. The recalled shoes have one of the following six-digit numbers on a label inside the shoe just above the UPC code: 308638, 308639, 308642 and 308647. Only these style numbers are included in this recall. Sold at: Nike stores, major athletic shoe stores, independent shoe stores and children's stores nationwide from June 2004 through August 2004 for between $35 and $45.Manufactured in: Indonesia Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled shoes away from young children and contact Nike to receive a refund voucher. Consumer Contact: For more information, call Nike at (800) 344-6453 anytime or visit the Nike website at www.nikebiz.com.
Hazard
The 1.5-inch to 1.75-inch rubber tab at the top of the heel can detach from the shoe, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents & Injuries
Nike has received three reports of heel tabs separating from shoes. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy Instructions
Consumers should immediately take the recalled shoes away from young children and contact Nike to receive a refund voucher.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this product immediately. Contact the manufacturer for a Refund at no charge. If you experienced an injury, report it at SaferProducts.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Follow the consumer action instructions in the recall notice above. Most recalls require you to stop using the product and contact the manufacturer directly — either by calling the toll-free number listed in the official CPSC notice or by visiting the manufacturer's website. You generally do not need a receipt or original packaging to claim a remedy. The manufacturer is legally required to provide the remedy (Refund) at no cost to you.
Federal law prohibits the sale of toys with small parts for children under age 3. CPSC uses a standardized small parts cylinder to test whether pieces from a toy can fit entirely inside — if they can, they are considered a choking hazard. Products marketed for children under 3 must not contain any small parts. Beyond the legal requirements, the CPSC and pediatricians recommend keeping all small objects away from children under 4, as the risk of choking extends beyond the formal legal age threshold.
In most cases, no. CPSC-coordinated recall remedies are designed to be accessible without proof of purchase. Manufacturers typically ask consumers to self-certify ownership and may ask for photos of the product or its serial number. Some manufacturers request that you mail in a portion of the product (such as a cut cord or removed component) as proof of disposal. Check the specific remedy instructions for this recall for exact requirements. If you registered your product at the time of purchase, the process is usually even simpler.
If the original manufacturer has gone out of business, the recall remedy may no longer be available through them. In this case, contact CPSC directly at 1-800-638-2772 or cpsc.gov for guidance. If the brand was acquired by another company, the acquiring company may have assumed recall obligations. In some cases where a remedy is unavailable, CPSC advises consumers to safely dispose of the product. If you were injured by the product of a defunct company, consult a product liability attorney — parent companies, distributors, and retailers may still bear liability in some circumstances.