CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The metal lapel pin contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Nintendo Recalls Lapel Pins Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
The recalled lapel pins have images depicting 12 video game characters. The lapel pins vary in size, ranging from 1 to 2 inches in height. The characters Diddy Kong, Donkey Kong, Kirby, Mario, Mario Kart, Pikachu, Princess Peach, Samus, Starfox, Waluigi and Wario were sold individually. Mario, Princess Peach and Samus were also sold as a set.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop wearing the lapel pins and contact Nintendo to receive a free replacement lapel pin.
Contact Information
For more information, consumers can contact Nintendo at (800) 431-0971 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site www.nintendo.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Nintendo stores in Redmond, Washington and New York, NY between April 2004 and November 2007 for between $1.50 and $4. The recalled lapel pins were also distributed to employees at electronics and game stores nationwide from April 2004 through November 20
Injuries
None reported.
Recall Number
08257
Product Information
Product Name
Character-themed lapel pins
Product Type
Costume/Children's Jewelry
Number of Units
About 71,000
Imported By
Pro Source Inc., of Troutdale, Ore.
Distributed By
Nintendo of America Inc., of Redmond, Wash.
Manufactured In
China