CPSC recall 02-252, announced September 17, 2002, covers Bobble Dreams Chicago Bears Bobble Head Figurines (about 100,000 units). The paint on some of the figurines contains excess levels of lead. Consumers should keep these figurines away from children and contact McDonald's to receive return and refund instructions. Recall contact: call (800) 244-6227, or go to www.mcdonalds.com.
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Which products are included?
The recalled bobble head figurines are designed in the likeness of NFL players Brian Urlacher and Anthony Thomas. The 7-inch tall figurines have heads on springs that cause them to bobble from side to side. The figurines are dressed in Chicago Bears' uniforms. The McDonald's logo and the player's name are printed across the front of the base. Labels on the bottom of the figurine read, "BOBBLE DREAMS USA" and "MADE IN CHINA," and "OFFICIAL NFL LICENSED PRODUCT."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The paint on some of the figurines contains excess levels of lead. If ingested over time by children, the lead from the paint may present a lead poisoning hazard.
Incidents and injuries
McDonald's has not received any reports of injuries or incidents involving these figurines. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
Official remedy
Consumers should keep these figurines away from children and contact McDonald's to receive return and refund instructions.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Bobble Dreams
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 02-252
- Units
- About 100,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- McDonald's restaurants sold the figurines in the greater Chicago area, Northwest Indiana, Central Illinois and Rockford as part of a promotion that ran from August 19, 2002 through September 12, 2002 for about $5.00.
- Importer
- Bobble Dreams USA, of Fountain Valley, Calif.
- Distributor
- McDonald's Corp., of Oak Brook, Ill.
Chicago Bears Bobble Head Figurines
CPSC product type: Toy Figures
Recall contact information
Consumers should contact McDonald's at (800) 244-6227 to receive return and refund instructions. Consumers can also visit the company's web site at www.mcdonalds.com
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