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Product recall · CPSCOctober 15, 2008Serious
Toy Boats
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
The two battery terminals can come into contact with each other, causing the battery to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn 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 take these toys away from young children and return them to any Dollar General store for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dollargeneral.com
The product
The recalled toy speed boats are lightweight plastic toy boats supported by an inflatable hull with "outboard" motors on them. The motor uses two AA batteries. The toy boat measures about 12 inches long by 8 inches wide and comes in various colors and designs.
Details
- Units affected
- About 200,000
- Recall date
- October 15, 2008
- Brand
- Dollar General Merchandising Inc., of Goodlettsville, Tenn.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Dollar General has received two reports of the batteries overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Dollar General nationwide from March 2008 through July 2008 for $3 each.
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: “Toy Boats Recalled Due to Burn 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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