Recall: Toy Wagons Recalled by Tricam Industries Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 3, 2008
Release #08-154

Firm’s Recall Hotline: (800) 867-6763
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908


Toy Wagons Recalled by Tricam Industries Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Metal Toy Wagons

Units: About 15,000

Importer: Tricam Industries Inc., of Eden Prairie, Minn.

Hazard: Surface paint on the wagon bucket contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: This recall involves the red metal wagon model MH1250. The wagon has a red steel bucket, a black handle, a black steel axle support, and black tires.

Sold at: Tractor Supply Company stores nationwide from September 2002 through November 2007 for about $30.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled wagon away from children and contact Tricam Industries for instructions on how to return the wagon and obtain a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Tricam Industries at (800) 867-6763 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.tricam.com



Picture of Recalled Metal Toy Wagon