CPSC recall 03-532, announced April 4, 2003, covers Lamaze Flower Stroller Wrap and Lamaze Soft Bead Buddies activity toys (approximately 3,800 units). The paint on the metal wires of these toys contains excess levels of lead. Consumers should immediately take these toys away from infants and young children. Recall contact: call (800) 704-8697, or go to www.learningcurve.com.
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The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Each item has a sewn-in label with the Lamaze logo on the front.
Which products are included?
There are two types of activity toys involved in this recall. One toy is a flower shaped toy intended to attach to a stroller, with a green painted metal wire on which plastic beads slide along. The item is the Lamaze Flower Stroller Wrap (SKU #97222). The other toy is a floor-based toy with a foam stuffed base, a blue painted metal wire on which plastic beads and stuffed animal heads slide along. This item is the Lamaze Soft Bead Buddies (SKU #97325). Each item has a sewn-in label with the Lamaze logo on the front.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The paint on the metal wires of these toys contains excess levels of lead. Lead poisoning is a serious hazard to children and is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.
Incidents and injuries
RCE/LCI has not received any reports of incidents or injuries involving these toys. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take these toys away from infants and young children. Consumers should contact RCE/LCI for return and replacement instructions.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Racing Champions Ertl/Learning Curve Int'l., Inc. (RCE/LCI)
- Manufacturer
- Racing Champions Ertl/Learning Curve Int'l., Inc. (RCE/LCI), of Chicago, IL
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 03-532
- Units
- Approximately 3,800
- Sold at / sales period
- These toys were sold in March 2003, through specialty and toy stores nationwide, for around $19.99.
Lamaze Flower Stroller Wrap and Lamaze Soft Bead Buddies activity toys
CPSC product type: Toy Miscellaneous
Recall contact information
Consumers should contact RCE/LCI at (800) 704-8697 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at www.learningcurve.com
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