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Product recall · CPSCMay 5, 2011Highest risk
G.A. Gertmenian and Sons Toy Story 3 Bowling Game
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The red paint used on some bowling pins has been measured to be in excess of the maximum allowable level of 90 ppm, 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 stop using the bowling pins immediately and contact the manufacturer for a free replacement set.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact G.A. Gertmenian and Sons LLC toll-free at (888) 224-4181 between 9:00 am and 5:30 pm PT Monday through Friday. Consumers may also email Gertmenian@Gertmenian.com for instructions on receiving replacement bowling pins.
The product
This recall affects Toy Story 3 Bowling Game Rugs with a batch marking of JA 148. The recalled item contains six white plastic bowling pins with two red stripes painted on the necks, one black plastic ball, and a 68 inch x 26 inch nylon game rug with a print of the character Buzz Lightyear on the front. The batch marking JA 148 appears on the bottom front of the packaging just above the bar code, and is also located on the tag attached to the rug.
Details
- Units affected
- About 600
- Recall date
- May 5, 2011
- Brand
- G.A. Gertmenian and Sons, LLC, of Los Angeles
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- G.A. Gertmenian and Sons, LLC has received no reports of incidents or injuries.
Walmart Stores in the U.S. between September 1, 2010 and September 25, 2010 for about $18.
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: “G.A. Gertmenian and Sons Recalls Toy Story 3 Bowling Game 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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