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Push Toys
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
Surface paint on the glove, shirt, and pants of rider toy contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Lead exposure risk.
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 take the push toy away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Who to 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 info@santastoycorp.com
The product
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.
Details
- Units affected
- About 9,000
- Recall date
- April 16, 2008
- Brand
- Santa's Toy Corp., of Los Angeles, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Retail dollar and discount stores nationwide February 2005 through February 2008 for between $2.50 and $3.
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: “Push Toys Recalled by Santa's Toy Corp. 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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