CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
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.
Mattel Recalls "Sarge" Die Cast Toy Cars Due To Violation of Lead Safety Standard
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.
Required Consumer Action
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.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact Mattel at (800) 916-4997 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.service.mattel.com
Recall Details
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).
Injuries
None reported.
Recall Number
07270
Product Information
Product Name
Sarge die cast toy cars
Product Type
Toy Cars
Number of Units
About 253,000
Imported By
Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif.
Manufactured In
China