CPSC recall 11-335, announced September 28, 2011, covers LM Import & Export Toy cars (about 1,900 units). Surface paint on the toy cars contains excessive levels of lead, a violation of the federal lead paint standard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should take these toys away from children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. Recall contact: call (305) 622-7122.
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.
The 4" plastic car sets have item numbers "43835" and "43836" printed on a white label on the back of the cardboard packaging.
Which products are included?
The products are sold in packages of four or six toy cars which are painted in silver, black or blue with red stickers with "super," "max" and "racing" labeled on the top and sides of the cars. The 4" plastic car sets have item numbers "43835" and "43836" printed on a white label on the back of the cardboard packaging. "Gallop X" or "RACING CARS" are also printed on the product packaging.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Surface paint on the toy cars contains excessive levels of lead, a violation of the federal lead paint standard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should take these toys away from children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- LM Import & Export
- Manufacturer
- LM Import & Export, Inc., of Miami, Fla.
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 11-335
- Units
- About 1,900
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Mega Wholesale stores throughout Miami, Florida from September 2010 through January 2011 for between about $2 and $3 per set.
- Distributor
- Mega Wholesales Corporation, of Miami, Fla.
Toy cars
CPSC product type: Toy Vehicles (Not Riding Toys)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact LM Import & Export collect at (305) 622-7122 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. LM Import & Export will accept collect calls.
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