CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The recalled heart-shaped pendant contains high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning to young children. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.
CPSC, Dollar General Corp. Announce Recall of Metal Heart-Shaped Pendants
The heart-shaped pendant is silver-colored, ribbed on the front, hollow on the back, and hangs on a pink suede cord with a silver-colored clasp.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should take these necklaces away from children immediately and return them to Dollar General stores for a refund.
Contact Information
Contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.dollargeneral.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Dollar General stores nationwide, from May 2003 through April 2005, for about $1.
Injuries
None reported.
Recall Number
05171
Product Information
Product Name
Heart-Shaped Pendant
Product Type
Costume/Children's Jewelry
Number of Units
About 80,000
Distributed By
Dollar General Corp., of Goodlettsville, Tenn.
Manufactured In
China