CPSC Recall in 2006: Reebok Recalls Bracelet Linked to Child's Lead Poisoning Death

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 06-119

Date: March 22, 2006

Product Name: Reebok Heart-Shaped Charm Bracelets

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Reebok International Ltd., of Canton, Mass., is voluntarily recalling about 300,000 Reebok Heart-Shaped Charm Bracelets. The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of lead poisoning and adverse health effects to young children. Name of Product: Reebok Heart-Shaped Charm Bracelets         Units: About 300,000Importer: Reebok International Ltd., of Canton, Mass.Hazard: The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of lead poisoning and adverse health effects to young children.Incidents/Injuries: Reebok has received a report of a death caused by lead poisoning of a 4-year-old child from Minneapolis, Minn. The child reportedly swallowed a piece from one of these bracelets.Description: The recall involves an 8-inch long metal bracelet with a heart-shaped charm. The name "Reebok" is engraved on the one side of the charm. The charm bracelet was provided as a free gift with the purchase of various styles of children's footwear.Sold at: Major shoe stores nationwide from May 2004 through March 2006. The manufacturer's retail price of the shoes ranged between $33 and $50.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should immediately take the charm bracelets away from children and dispose of the entire bracelet.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Reebok at (888) 225 2353 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit Reebok's Web site at www.reebok.com.

Hazard Description:

The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of lead poisoning and adverse health effects to young children.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Dispose

Units: About 300,000

Incidents:

Reebok has received a report of a death caused by lead poisoning of a 4-year-old child from Minneapolis, Minn. The child reportedly swallowed a piece from one of these bracelets.

Sold At:

Major shoe stores nationwide from May 2004 through March 2006. The manufacturer's retail price of the shoes ranged between $33 and $50.

Manufactured In:

China