RC2 Recalls Knights of the Sword Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Britain’s “Knights of the Sword” Series Toys

Date of Recall

2007-09-26

CPSC Release Number

07-310

Manufactured In

China

Company Phone Number

(866) 725-4407

Units

About 800

Distributor

RC2 Corp., of Oak Brook, Ill.

Sold By

Specialty toy stores nationwide from April 2004 through March 2006 for about $8.

Problem/Hazard

Surface paints on the toy knights contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Injuries/Incidents

None reported.

Description

The three recalled silver knight toys are mounted on red horses sold individually in see-through blister cards. “Britains” and “Knights of the Sword” are printed on the top of the card in the packaging. The recalled toys include a mounted silver knight on a red horse with an axe; a mounted silver knight on a red horse with two hands on a raised weapon; and a mounted silver knight on a red horse with a lance.

Remedy

Consumers should take these recalled toys away from young children immediately and contact RC2 to receive a full refund.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact RC2 toll-free at (866) 725-4407 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at http://recalls.rc2.com

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