CPSC Recall in 2007: Mattel Recalls "Sarge" Die Cast Toy Cars Due To Violation of Lead Safety Standard

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 07-270

Date: August 13, 2007

Product Name: "Sarge" die cast toy cars

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 253,000 "Sarge" die cast toy cars. Surface paints on the toys could contain lead levels in excess of federal standards. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.Name of Product: "Sarge" die cast toy carsUnits: About 253,000Importer: Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif.Hazard: Surface paints on the toys could contain lead levels in excess of federal standards. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.Incidents/Injuries: None reported.Description: The recall involves die cast "Sarge" 2 ½ inch toy cars. The toy looks like a military jeep and measures about 2 ½ inches long by 1 inch high by 1 inch wide. The recalled toy has the markings "7EA" and "China" on the bottom. The "Sarge" toy car is sold alone or in a package of two, and may have the product number M1253 (for single cars) and K5925 (for cars sold as a set) printed on the packaging. The cars marked "Thailand" are not included in this recall.Sold at: Retail stores nationwide from May 2007 through August 2007 for between $7 and $20 (depending on whether they were sold individually or in sets).Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Mattel. Consumers will need to return the product to receive a replacement toy.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Mattel at (800) 916-4997 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.service.mattel.com.

Hazard Description:

Surface paints on the toys could contain lead levels in excess of federal standards. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 253,000

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Retail stores nationwide from May 2007 through August 2007 for between $7 and $20 (depending on whether they were sold individually or in sets).

Manufactured In:

China