CPSC recall 11-217, announced May 5, 2011, covers G.A. Gertmenian and Sons Toy Story 3 Bowling Game (about 600 units). The red paint used on some bowling pins has been measured to be in excess of the maximum allowable level of 90 ppm, a violation of the federal lead paint standard. Consumers should stop using the bowling pins immediately and contact the manufacturer for a free replacement set. Recall contact: call (888) 224-4181, or email Gertmenian@Gertmenian.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall affects Toy Story 3 Bowling Game Rugs with a batch marking of JA 148. The recalled item contains six white plastic bowling pins with two red stripes painted on the necks, one black plastic ball, and a 68 inch x 26 inch nylon game rug with a print of the character Buzz Lightyear on the front. The batch marking JA 148 appears on the bottom front of the packaging just above the bar code, and is also located on the tag attached to the rug.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The red paint used on some bowling pins has been measured to be in excess of the maximum allowable level of 90 ppm, a violation of the federal lead paint standard.
Incidents and injuries
G.A. Gertmenian and Sons, LLC has received no reports of incidents or injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the bowling pins immediately and contact the manufacturer for a free replacement set.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- G.A. Gertmenian and Sons
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 11-217
- Units
- About 600
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Walmart Stores in the U.S. between September 1, 2010 and September 25, 2010 for about $18.
- Importer
- G.A. Gertmenian and Sons, LLC, of Los Angeles
Toy Story 3 Bowling Game
CPSC product type: Games
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact G.A. Gertmenian and Sons LLC toll-free at (888) 224-4181 between 9:00 am and 5:30 pm PT Monday through Friday. Consumers may also email Gertmenian@Gertmenian.com for instructions on receiving replacement bowling pins.
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