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Toy Police Cars Recalled by TCB Imports Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

U.S. CPSCChemicalSep 25, 2008
Recalled Toy Police Car
Recalled Toy Police Car

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

Hazard

The red paint on the toy cars contains excess levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take this toy away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a refund.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

This recall involves toy police cars with a friction function. When the toy car is pushed forward, the car builds momentum. When released, the car moves forward on its own. The cars were sold in red/white and purple/white color combinations. The cars measure 8 inches by 4 inches by 4 ½ inches. Item number TF820 is printed on the product's packaging.

Sold on

Dollar and discount stores nationwide from May 2008 through August 2008 for about $1.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact TCB Imports, Inc. at (888) 674-5497 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.tcbimports.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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