CPSC recall 08-172, announced January 23, 2008, covers OKK Trading Toy Racing Cars (about 2,000 units). Surface paint on the toy cars contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately take this car away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a refund. Recall contact: call (877) 655-8697, or go to www.okktrading.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
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.
Which products are included?
This recall involves toy racing cars that are operated with a remote control. The toy racing car comes with four additional tires and one remote control. "Formula 1" is printed on the packaging.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Surface paint on the toy cars contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take this car away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- OKK Trading
- Manufacturer
- OKK Trading Inc., of Commerce, Calif.
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 08-172
- Units
- About 2,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Retail dollar and discount stores nationwide from October 2007 through November 2007 for about $1.
Toy Racing Cars
CPSC product type: Toy Cars
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact the company toll-free at (877) 655-8697 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.okktrading.com
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