CPSC recall 08-257, announced April 29, 2008, covers Pro Source Character-themed lapel pins (about 71,000 units). The metal lapel pin contains high levels of lead. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop wearing the lapel pins and contact Nintendo to receive a free replacement lapel pin. Recall contact: call (800) 431-0971, or go to www.nintendo.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.
Which products are included?
The recalled lapel pins have images depicting 12 video game characters. The lapel pins vary in size, ranging from 1 to 2 inches in height. The characters Diddy Kong, Donkey Kong, Kirby, Mario, Mario Kart, Pikachu, Princess Peach, Samus, Starfox, Waluigi and Wario were sold individually. Mario, Princess Peach and Samus were also sold as a set.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The metal lapel pin contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop wearing the lapel pins and contact Nintendo to receive a free replacement lapel pin.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Pro Source
- Product type
- Jewelry
- Recall number
- 08-257
- Units
- About 71,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Nintendo stores in Redmond, Washington and New York, NY between April 2004 and November 2007 for between $1.50 and $4. The recalled lapel pins were also distributed to employees at electronics and game stores nationwide from April 2004 through November 2007.
- Importer
- Pro Source Inc., of Troutdale, Ore.
- Distributor
- Nintendo of America Inc., of Redmond, Wash.
Character-themed lapel pins
CPSC product type: Costume/Children's Jewelry
Recall contact information
For more information, consumers can contact Nintendo at (800) 431-0971 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site www.nintendo.com
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