January 7, 2026 – A recent incident report details a serious injury involving children’s footwear from KARL LAGERFELD PARIS, sold at Burlington. A minor child reportedly suffered a severe ankle fracture while wearing the shoes under normal conditions, prompting concerns about the safety of this product line and the manufacturer’s responsiveness to consumer complaints.
Product Details
Incident Overview
On December 15, 2025, an incident report was filed detailing a serious injury sustained by a minor child allegedly caused by defective children’s footwear manufactured by KARL LAGERFELD PARIS. According to the report, the child was wearing the shoes, SKU AB56351657, under normal, intended use when she immediately experienced a severe ankle injury.
The child presented with significant swelling, bruising, and pain, leading to a medical evaluation where she was diagnosed with an ankle fracture. The report states the child is currently still in a walking boot, continues to experience pain, and suffers from limited mobility and disruption to her daily life.
The complainant indicated that a formal product liability complaint was submitted directly to KARL LAGERFELD PARIS on October 27, 2025, but the company reportedly failed to respond, acknowledge the complaint, or initiate any investigation. This lack of response has raised serious concerns from the complainant that KARL LAGERFELD PARIS may be distributing unsafe children’s footwear and failing to address known injury risks effectively. The report calls for a formal investigation into this product and any prior complaints, recalls, or safety issues related to this footwear line.
Safety Concerns
This incident highlights several potential safety concerns related to the KARL LAGERFELD PARIS children’s footwear:
- Immediate Dangers: The primary and most immediate danger is the potential for structural or design defects in the footwear to cause falls, sprains, or fractures, even under normal use. Children, due to their developing motor skills and bones, are particularly vulnerable to such injuries. An ankle fracture is a severe injury that requires significant recovery time.
- Long-Term Risks: Beyond the immediate injury, an ankle fracture can lead to long-term complications such as chronic pain, instability, reduced mobility, and, in some cases, arthritis. For a minor child, such an injury can disrupt physical development, participation in sports and activities, and overall quality of life, potentially leading to emotional distress and missed schooling.
- Who Might Be Affected: Any child wearing this specific model of KARL LAGERFELD PARIS children’s footwear (SKU AB56351657) or potentially other similar models from the brand could be at risk. Parents and caregivers should be especially vigilant when their children are wearing new footwear.
- Property Damage Potential: While not the primary concern in this incident, a child suffering an unexpected fall due to footwear defect could potentially cause damage to personal property or surroundings.
What Consumers Should Do
Consumers who own KARL LAGERFELD PARIS children’s footwear, especially those purchased from Burlington, are advised to take the following steps:
- Immediately Discontinue Use: If you own KARL LAGERFELD PARIS children’s footwear, particularly if it matches SKU AB56351657, stop your child from wearing it immediately.
- Inspect the Product: Carefully examine the footwear for any visible defects, such as unstable soles, uneven construction, poor ankle support, or signs of material failure.
- Seek Medical Attention: If your child has experienced any discomfort, pain, or injury while wearing this footwear, consult a medical professional for evaluation.
- Preserve the Product: Do not discard the footwear. If an injury occurred, keeping the product as evidence may be important for any potential investigation or legal action.
- Report Incidents: File a detailed report with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at SaferProducts.gov. Your report helps identify dangerous products and can lead to recalls.
- Contact the Manufacturer: Reach out to AM Retail Group, Inc. or KARL LAGERFELD PARIS customer service to report any concerns or injuries you have experienced.
Manufacturer’s Response
The official incident report indicates “Manufacturer Response: Yes.” However, the complainant explicitly states that KARL LAGERFELD PARIS failed to respond to their formal product liability complaint submitted on October 27, 2025, nor did they acknowledge it or initiate an investigation into the reported injury. This discrepancy suggests that while the manufacturer may have acknowledged the incident report filed by the CPSC, they may not have directly addressed the consumer’s initial complaint. Further information regarding the manufacturer’s actions or a potential recall is pending.
Legal Help Available
If you or a loved one has been injured by a defective product or suffered property damage due to a product malfunction, you may be entitled to compensation. The experienced product liability attorneys at Farzan Law understand the complexities of defective product cases and can help you navigate the legal process.
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Note: This information is based on incident reports provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. If you find information that is incorrect, please contact us immediately so we can correct the post to reflect accurate information.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. This article is based on publicly available incident reports. The incidents mentioned have not necessarily been independently verified or adjudicated.