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Product recall · CPSCSeptember 27, 2012Highest risk
Captain Cutlass Pirate Toy Guns
Check whether yours is affected, then follow the instructions below.
What’s wrong
The surface paints on the pirate toy pistols contain excessive levels of lead, a violation of the federal lead paint standard.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Lead exposure risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled pistol toys away from children and contact Dillon Importing for instructions on returning the product for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact toll-free at (800) 654-3696 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.dillonimporting.com
The product
This recall involves Captain Cutlass Pirate Pistol toys with a brown plastic grip, a black metallic stock and barrel, and a muzzle with an orange cap. The double-barreled toy pistol has one trigger and two hammers. A skull and crossbones motif is engraved on the grip.
Details
- Units affected
- About 6,970
- Recall date
- September 27, 2012
- Brand
- Ko Lik Manufacturing Ltd., of Hong Kong, China, Dillon Importing Co., of Oklahoma City, Okla.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Halloween and specialty stores nationwide from April 2008 through May 2012 for about $6.50.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Captain Cutlass Pirate Toy Guns Recalled by Dillon Importing Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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