Women's Shoes Recalled by Charles David Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack

Recall Date
2009-07-07
Manufacturer
Charles David, of Culver City, Calif.
Units Affected
About 3,200 pairs

Products Involved

Women's Sample Shoes

Hazard

The heel of the recalled shoes can detach, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop wearing the recalled shoes immediately and return them to any Nordstrom or Nordstrom Rack store for a full refund.

Reported Injuries

The firm has received one report of a heel detaching, resulting in minor bruising.

Sold At

Nordstrom stores in California and Nordstrom Rack stores nationwide from April 2009 through June 2009 for between $22 and $80.

Manufactured In

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Full Recall Description

The recall involves various colors and styles of Charles by Charles David brand (item #SAMPCHSHOE) and Charles David of California brand (item #SAMPCDSHOE) women's sample shoes. The shoes were sold in women's sizes 7 and 9. The item number can be located on the original receipt.

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