Push Toys Recalled by Santa's Toy Corp. Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Recalled April 16, 2008 · CPSC recall 08249 · Push
Hazard
Surface paint on the glove, shirt, and pants of rider toy contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the push toy away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Units
About 9,000
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Description
The recall involves a push toy of a plastic horse with rider and a 20-inch-long pole/handle. The horse and pole/handle together measure about 26 inches. The rider is wearing red pants and a green shirt. The horse comes in various colors.
What to do
Consumers should immediately take the push toy away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Contact
For additional information, contact Santa's Toy Corp. toll-free at (888) 726-8208 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or e-mail the firm at [email protected]
Product
Western Rider Push Toys
Imported by
Santa's Toy Corp., of Los Angeles, Calif.
Retailers
Retail dollar and discount stores nationwide February 2005 through February 2008 for between $2.50 and $3.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →