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Children's Fishing Poles Recalled by Zebco Due to Violation of Lead in Paint Standard

U.S. CPSCChemicalMar 25, 2009
Recalled Fishing Pole Reel
Recalled Fishing Pole Reel
Recalled Fishing Pole
Recalled Fishing Pole

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

Hazard

The paint on the reels of these fishing poles contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the fishing poles from children and contact Zebco for information on receiving a refund.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

This recall involves Zebco Advanced Youth Fishing Rod & Reel combo sets. The reels are painted orange and have the words "Zebco" and "ZAVS 10" on the reel handle. Only spinning reels are involved in this recall.

Sold on

Discount department and sporting good stores nationwide from August 2007 through December 2008 for about $35.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Zebco at (800) 588-9030 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.zebco.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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