Madewell Expands Recall of Women's Sandals Due to Fall Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #15254
Recall Date
2015-09-29
Manufacturer
Madewell Inc., of New York, N.Y.
Units Affected
About 570 in the United States (in addition, 3 were sold in Canada) (Madewell recalled 50,600 women's Sightseer sandals in August 2015 for the same hazard)
Products Involved
Sandals
Hazard
The metal shank can dislodge and break through bottom of the outsole, posing a fall hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shoes and contact Madewell to return them for a full refund.
Reported Injuries
The firm has received one report of a metal shank dislodging and breaking through the bottom of the outsole. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Madewell stores nationwide and online at madewell.com from April 2015 through August 2015 for about $100.
Manufactured In
Brazil
Full Recall Description
This recall involves all sizes and colors of the Madewell Katya sandal from the spring 2015 collection. The metallic sand or rose gold-colored leather sandals have a wide strap with a lace-up thong. The style number C5840 is located on a sticker on the outsole.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28