CPSC recall 08-019, announced October 11, 2007, covers Riddell Collectible "Jeff Gordon" Mini Helmets (about 2,500 units). Surface paints on the recalled helmets contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should take the recalled helmets away from young children immediately and contact Riddell to receive a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 611-8114, go to www.riddell.com, or email racingminirecall@riddellsports.com.
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UPC or product codes
095855720029Which products are included?
The recalled product is a six-inch tall, collectible, miniature helmet, modeled after the helmet worn by race car driver Jeff Gordon. The helmet is red and blue with a black visor, and is painted with various sponsor logos and playing cards. The UPC number 095855720029 is located on the bottom of the product's packaging. No other Riddell mini helmet models are included in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Surface paints on the recalled helmets contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should take the recalled helmets away from young children immediately and contact Riddell to receive a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Riddell
- Product type
- Helmets
- Recall number
- 08-019
- Units
- About 2,500
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Academy stores and other retailers nationwide, as well as the Web site, www.nascar.com, from February 2007 through October 2007 for about $40.
- Importer
- Riddell Inc., of Rosemont, Ill.
Collectible "Jeff Gordon" Mini Helmets
CPSC product type: Collectibles
Recall contact information
For further information, contact Riddell at (800) 611-8114 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, via e-mail at racingminirecall@riddellsports.com, or visit the firm's Web site at www.riddell.com
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