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Product recall · CPSCJanuary 23, 2008Highest risk
Toy Racing Cars
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
Surface paint on the toy cars 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 this car away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact the company toll-free at (877) 655-8697 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.okktrading.com
The product
This recall involves toy racing cars that are operated with a remote control. The toy racing car comes with four additional tires and one remote control. "Formula 1" is printed on the packaging.
Details
- Units affected
- About 2,000
- Recall date
- January 23, 2008
- Brand
- OKK Trading Inc., of Commerce, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Retail dollar and discount stores nationwide from October 2007 through November 2007 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 Racing Cars Recalled by OKK Trading 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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