CPSC recall 10-061, announced December 10, 2009, covers Variety Wholesalers Super Rig Play Sets (about 700 units). The toy truck's surface coating contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement product. Recall contact: call (800) 678-7776, or go to www.vwstores.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.
UPC or product codes
698567670073Which products are included?
This recall involves "Super Rig Transport" toy truck with trailer and vehicles. The truck and trailer are multi-colored, holding two vehicles and two action figures. "Super Rigs Play Set" is labeled on the outside of the packaging. The box back has a bar code square with Item No. 67007, Made in China and Bar Code 6-98567-67007-3. The bottom of the trailer has an engraved code 45TNGO9.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The toy truck's surface coating contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement product.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Variety Wholesalers
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 10-061
- Units
- About 700
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Discount stores in the Southeast from September 2009 through November 2009 for about $20.
- Importer
- Variety Wholesalers Inc., of Henderson, N.C.
Super Rig Play Sets
CPSC product type: Toy Trucks
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Variety Wholesalers at (800) 678-7776 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at http://www.vwstores.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Know someone who has one?
Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
