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Riddell Recalls Collectible Mini Racing Helmets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

U.S. CPSCChemicalOct 11, 2007
Recalled Collectible Helmet
Recalled Collectible Helmet

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

Surface paints on the recalled helmets contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Remedy

Consumers should take the recalled helmets away from young children immediately and contact Riddell to receive a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

The recalled product is a six-inch tall, collectible, miniature helmet, modeled after the helmet worn by race car driver Jeff Gordon. The helmet is red and blue with a black visor, and is painted with various sponsor logos and playing cards. The UPC number 095855720029 is located on the bottom of the product's packaging. No other Riddell mini helmet models are included in this recall.

Sold on

Academy stores and other retailers nationwide, as well as the Web site, www.nascar.com, from February 2007 through October 2007 for about $40.

Contact the company

For further information, contact Riddell at (800) 611-8114 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, via e-mail at [email protected], or visit the firm's Web site at www.riddell.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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