Recall: Toy Wrestler Figures Recalled by A.A. of America Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 15, 2008 Release #08-164 |
Firm’s Recall Hotline: (888) 822-8697 |
Toy Wrestler Figures Recalled by A.A. of America 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: Toy Wrestler Figures
Units: 5,400
Manufacturer: A.A. of America Inc., of East Brunswick, N.J.
Hazard: The surface paint contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The recalled toy is a package of four action figures. Each figure is about 5 3/4 inches high. The UPC number 604111230003 is printed on the product’s packaging.
Sold at: Dollar stores and discount stores nationwide from January 2007 through December 2007 for about $1.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should take the toy away from children immediately and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact A.A. of America toll-free at (888) 822-8697 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, e-mail the firm at recalls@aatoys.com, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.aatoys.com
Note: CPSC was alerted to this hazard by New York State’s Consumer Protection Board.
