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Product recall · CPSCMarch 13, 2007Serious
Toys "R" Us "Elite Operations" Toy Sets Due to Lead and Laceration Hazards
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
These toys contain high levels of lead in the paint, which is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Also, the toys have sharp points, posing a laceration hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Risk of severe physical injury.
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.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately take the toys away from children and return the product to the nearest Toys "R" Us store for full credit.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Toys "R" Us at (800) TOYSRUS (869-7787) between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.toysrus.com
The product
This recall involves three styles of "Elite Operations" brand toy sets. The military-style play sets contain light and sound vehicles, action figures and accessories. Models included in this recall are: Super Rigs Transport Vehicle (Item # 087286), Command Patrol Center (Item # 920625) and Troop Carrier (Item # 773967). The item numbers are located on the back of the packaging above the barcode. Toy sets sold prior to January 2006 are not included in this recall. No other "Elite Operations" brand toys are affected by this recall.
Details
- Units affected
- About 128,700
- Recall date
- March 13, 2007
- Brand
- Toy Century Industrial Company Ltd., of Hong Kong, Toys "R" Us Inc., of Wayne, N.J.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
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Toys "R" Us stores nationwide and toysrus.com from January 2006 through early February 2007 for between $15 and $30.
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: “Toys "R" Us Recalls "Elite Operations" Toy Sets Due to Lead and Laceration Hazards”
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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