Recalls / 2004-11-03
CPSC, adidas America Inc. Announce Recall of Basketball Shoes
05034 · Recalled 2004-11-03 · CPSC page
Description
The adidas Pro Team and Superstar Ultra basketball shoes come in various color combinations. The recalled shoes have a six-digit article number on the inside part of the shoe tongue. A complete list of the article numbers of the shoes involved in the recall can be found at www.adidas.com/recall or by calling the firm's recall hotline.
Hazards
A portion of the sole of the heel can separate or tear during use, which can result in injuries.
Reported injuries
adidas America has received two reports of injuries involving these shoes, including one sprained ankle and one strained Achilles tendon.
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.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| adidas Superstar Ultra and Pro Team Shoes | About 187,000 pairs |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- adidas America Inc.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- adidas stores, major athletic shoe stores, independent shoe, at thestore.adidas.com. The Superstar Ultra shoes were sold, October 2004 for about $120. The Pro Team shoes were sold, October 2004 for about $80.
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
Source: CPSC recall 05034. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.