A recall urgently issued for eight types of popular light-up shoes that are sold at Big W.
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Product Safety Australia has recalled the Caprice Australia's light up thongs over concerns the two batteries pose a potential safety hazard to young children.
There are many design options for thongs. Some of them include Frozen, Spiderman and Star Wars. OMG and Minecraft.
Caprice Australia's light-up thongs (above) are being recalled due to concerns that the two batteries could be danger to young children
The PSA stated that the small battery compartment on the thongs may be exposed in time, making it easier for children to access the two small button batteries.
It is stated that young children could inhale button batteries and suffer severe internal burns, which could result in serious illness or even death.
"Button batteries can also pose an immediate danger to children.
The thongs can be purchased online and in-store at Big W since September 7, 2020, but they've not been sold since May 11, 2022.
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The thongs were available on the internet and in stores at Big W since September 7, 2020, but they have not been sold since May 11, 2022.
Customers are asked to stop wearing the shoes and return them to Big W Australia for a full refund.
For more information, please call Caprice Australia at 03 9922 2500.
