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Toy Boats Recalled Due to Burn Hazard

U.S. CPSCBurnsOct 15, 2008
Recalled Toy Speed Boat
Recalled Toy Speed Boat

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

Hazard

The two battery terminals can come into contact with each other, causing the battery to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should take these toys away from young children and return them to any Dollar General store for a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

Dollar General has received two reports of the batteries overheating. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

The recalled toy speed boats are lightweight plastic toy boats supported by an inflatable hull with "outboard" motors on them. The motor uses two AA batteries. The toy boat measures about 12 inches long by 8 inches wide and comes in various colors and designs.

Sold on

Dollar General nationwide from March 2008 through July 2008 for $3 each.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dollargeneral.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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