CPSC2007-08-14
Mattel Recalls "Sarge" Die Cast Toy Cars Due To Violation of Lead Safety Standard
Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif.
Hazard
Surface paints on the toys could contain lead levels in excess of federal standards. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Mattel. Consumers will need to return the product to receive a replacement toy.
Sold at
Retail stores nationwide from May 2007 through August 2007 for between $7 and $20 (depending on whether they were sold individually or in sets).
Affected count
About 253,000
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Sarge die cast toy cars
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Mattel at (800) 916-4997 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.service.mattel.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Mattel-Recalls-Sarge-Die-Cast-Toy-Cars-Due-To-Violation-of-Lead-Safety-Standard-Don't want to check this manually?
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