Recall Category: Kids Recalls
Recall Date: 2003-04-04T00:00:00
Product: Lamaze Flower Stroller Wrap and Lamaze Soft Bead Buddies activity toys
Company: Racing Champions Ertl/Learning Curve Int'l., Inc. (RCE/LCI), of Chicago, IL
Hazard: The paint on the metal wires of these toys contains excess levels of lead. Lead poisoning is a serious hazard to children and is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.
Description: There are two types of activity toys involved in this recall. One toy is a flower shaped toy intended to attach to a stroller, with a green painted metal wire on which plastic beads slide along. The item is the Lamaze Flower Stroller Wrap (SKU #97222). The other toy is a floor-based toy with a foam stuffed base, a blue painted metal wire on which plastic beads and stuffed animal heads slide along. This item is the Lamaze Soft Bead Buddies (SKU #97325). Each item has a sewn-in label with the Lamaze logo on the front.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take these toys away from infants and young children. Consumers should contact RCE/LCI for return and replacement instructions.
Incidents / Injuries: RCE/LCI has not received any reports of incidents or injuries involving these toys. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
Recall Number: 03532
Product Type: Toys / Play Products, Strollers / Seats / Carriers, Outdoor / Sports / Ride-On
Hazard Type: Chemical / Toxicity Hazard