CPSC recall 07-270, announced August 14, 2007, covers Mattel Sarge die cast toy cars (about 253,000 units). Surface paints on the toys could contain lead levels in excess of federal standards. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Mattel. Recall contact: call (800) 916-4997, or go to www.service.mattel.com.
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Which products are included?
The recall involves die-cast "Sarge" 2 ½ inch toy cars. The toy looks like a military jeep and measures about 2 ½ inches long by 1 inch high by 1 inch wide. The recalled toy has the markings "7EA" and "China" on the bottom. The "Sarge" toy car is sold alone or in a package of two, and may have the product number M1253 (for single cars) and K5925 (for cars sold as a set) printed on the packaging. The cars marked "Thailand" are not included in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
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.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official 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.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Mattel
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 07-270
- Units
- About 253,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Retail stores nationwide from May 2007 through August 2007 for between $7 and $20 (depending on whether they were sold individually or in sets).
- Importer
- Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif.
Sarge die cast toy cars
CPSC product type: Toy Cars
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Mattel at (800) 916-4997 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.service.mattel.com
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