Toy Cars Recalled by Dollar General Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-11-07). Hazards: lead, non compliance. About 380,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08068 |
| Published | 2007-11-07 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Toy Cars |
| Products | Pull-Back Action Toy Cars |
| Firm named in the title | Dollar General |
| Firms | Dollar General Merchandising Inc., of Goodlettsville, Tenn. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 380,000 |
| UPC / GTIN | 00400016576344, 00883788965002 |
| Hazard classes | lead, non compliance |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Dollar General stores nationwide from April 2007 through October 2007 for about $1 per pack. |
Description
The recall involves two styles of "pull and release" toy cars, including a four-pack of Super Wheels (UPC #400016576344) and a two-pack of Super Racer cars (UPC # 883788965002).
Hazard
Surface paint on the cars contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy cars away from children and return them to any Dollar General store for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Machine access
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