CPSC recall 09-012, announced October 15, 2008, covers Dollar General Merchandising Battery Operated Toy "Speed Boats" (about 200,000 units). The two battery terminals can come into contact with each other, causing the battery to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should take these toys away from young children and return them to any Dollar General store for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 678-9258, or go to www.dollargeneral.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 toy speed boats are lightweight plastic toy boats supported by an inflatable hull with "outboard" motors on them. The motor uses two AA batteries. The toy boat measures about 12 inches long by 8 inches wide and comes in various colors and designs.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The two battery terminals can come into contact with each other, causing the battery to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Dollar General has received two reports of the batteries overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should take these toys away from young children and return them to any Dollar General store for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 09-012
- Units
- About 200,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Dollar General nationwide from March 2008 through July 2008 for $3 each.
- Importer
- Dollar General Merchandising Inc., of Goodlettsville, Tenn.
Battery Operated Toy "Speed Boats"
CPSC product type: Toy Boats
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dollargeneral.com
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