CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
Surface paints on the recalled helmets contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Riddell Recalls Collectible Mini Racing Helmets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
The recalled product is a six-inch tall, collectible, miniature helmet, modeled after the helmet worn by race car driver Jeff Gordon. The helmet is red and blue with a black visor, and is painted with various sponsor logos and playing cards. The UPC number 095855720029 is located on the bottom of the product's packaging. No other Riddell mini helmet models are included in this recall.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should take the recalled helmets away from young children immediately and contact Riddell to receive a full refund.
Contact Information
For further information, contact Riddell at (800) 611-8114 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, via e-mail at racingminirecall@riddellsports.com, or visit the firm's Web site at www.riddell.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Academy stores and other retailers nationwide, as well as the Web site, www.nascar.com, from February 2007 through October 2007 for about $40.
Injuries
None reported.
Recall Number
08019
Product Information
Product Name
Collectible "Jeff Gordon" Mini Helmets
Product Type
Collectibles
Number of Units
About 2,500
Imported By
Riddell Inc., of Rosemont, Ill.
Manufactured In
China