CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The paint on the reels of these fishing poles contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Children's Fishing Poles Recalled by Zebco Due to Violation of Lead in Paint Standard
This recall involves Zebco Advanced Youth Fishing Rod & Reel combo sets. The reels are painted orange and have the words "Zebco" and "ZAVS 10" on the reel handle. Only spinning reels are involved in this recall.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately take the fishing poles from children and contact Zebco for information on receiving a refund.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact Zebco at (800) 588-9030 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.zebco.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Discount department and sporting good stores nationwide from August 2007 through December 2008 for about $35.
Injuries
None reported.
Recall Number
09166
Product Information
Product Name
Children's Fishing Poles
Product Type
Fishing Items
Number of Units
About 2,700
Distributed By
W.C. Bradley/Zebco Holdings Inc., doing business as Zebco Brands, of Tulsa, Okla.
Manufactured In
China