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Master Lock Recalls Lock and Leash™ Locks Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

U.S. CPSCChemicalApr 1, 2008
Recalled Lock
Recalled Lock

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

Hazard

Red surface paint on the locks contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled locks and return them to Master Lock Company Return Goods c/o All in One Warehouse, 2050 North Smokey Lane, Suite B, Nogales, AZ 85621 for a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

This recall involves red Lock and Leash™ locks with model number 1551D. The locks have a matching red coiled cable used to anchor items. Master Lock® is printed in white above the combination display. Other colors are not affected by this recall.

Sold on

Hardware stores and Internet retailers from March 2007 through January 2008 for about $8.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Master Lock at (800) 464-2088 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT or visit the firm's Web site at www.masterlock.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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