Mattel Recalls "Sarge" Die Cast Toy Cars Due To Violation of Lead Safety Standard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-08-14). Hazards: ingestion, chemical, lead, non compliance. About 253,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07270 |
| Published | 2007-08-14 |
| Last updated | 2014-06-12 |
| Product category | Toy Cars |
| Products | Sarge die cast toy cars |
| Firm named in the title | Mattel |
| Firms | Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 253,000 |
| Hazard classes | ingestion, chemical, lead, non compliance |
| Remedy classes | replace |
| Sold | Retail stores nationwide from May 2007 through August 2007 for between $7 and $20 (depending on whether they were sold individually or in sets). |
Description
The recall involves die-cast "Sarge" 2 ½ inch toy cars. The toy looks like a military jeep and measures about 2 ½ inches long by 1 inch high by 1 inch wide. The recalled toy has the markings "7EA" and "China" on the bottom. The "Sarge" toy car is sold alone or in a package of two, and may have the product number M1253 (for single cars) and K5925 (for cars sold as a set) printed on the packaging. The cars marked "Thailand" are not included in this recall.
Hazard
Surface paints on the toys could contain lead levels in excess of federal standards. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Mattel. Consumers will need to return the product to receive a replacement toy.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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