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Product recall · CPSCSeptember 25, 2008Highest risk
Toy Police Cars
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
The red paint on the toy cars contains excess 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 this toy away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact TCB Imports, Inc. at (888) 674-5497 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.tcbimports.com
The product
This recall involves toy police cars with a friction function. When the toy car is pushed forward, the car builds momentum. When released, the car moves forward on its own. The cars were sold in red/white and purple/white color combinations. The cars measure 8 inches by 4 inches by 4 ½ inches. Item number TF820 is printed on the product's packaging.
Details
- Units affected
- About 3,000
- Recall date
- September 25, 2008
- Brand
- TCB Imports, of Vernon, California
- Injuries reported
- None reported
TF820
Dollar and discount stores nationwide from May 2008 through August 2008 for about $1.
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 Police Cars Recalled by TCB Imports 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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