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Product recall · CPSCFebruary 4, 2015Serious
Family Dollar Stores Recall Tough Treadz Auto Carrier Toy Sets
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The die-cast metal cars can have sharp edges that pose a laceration hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Risk of severe physical injury.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy sets, take them away and return them to any Family Dollar Stores location for a full refund.
Who to contact: Family Dollar Stores at (800) 547-0359 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday or online at www.familydollar.com, then click on Product Recalls in the Help section at the bottom of the page.
The product
This recall involves a plastic toy truck with a plastic case that holds 6 die-cast metal toy cars in assorted colors. The truck is 14 inches long x 3 inches wide x 5 inches high. The cab of the truck comes in black, blue or red. The package is labeled as "Tough Treadz Auto Carrier" and has a white sticker in the upper right-hand corner with "$5" and "SKU 1004247" printed in red. The UPC code appears on a label on the back stating "Made in China." The following UPC codes are included in this recall: 678565114083, 678565114090, 678565114106.
Details
- Units affected
- About 254,000
- Recall date
- February 4, 2015
- Brand
- Family Dollar Services, Inc., of Matthews, N.C.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- No reported injuries.
1004247
Family Dollar Stores nationwide from September 2014 through December 2014 for about $5.
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: “Family Dollar Stores Recall Tough Treadz Auto Carrier Toy Sets Due to Laceration Hazard”
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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