Toy Cars Recalled by Dollar General Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Pull-Back Action Toy Cars

Date of Recall

2007-11-07

CPSC Release Number

08-068

Manufactured In

China

Company Phone Number

(800) 678-9258

Units

About 380,000

Importer

Dollar General Merchandising Inc., of Goodlettsville, Tenn.

Sold By

Dollar General stores nationwide from April 2007 through October 2007 for about $1 per pack.

Problem/Hazard

Surface paint on the cars contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Injuries/Incidents

None reported.

Description

The recall involves two styles of “pull and release” toy cars, including a four pack of Super Wheels (UPC #400016576344) and a two pack of Super Racer cars (UPC # 883788965002).

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy cars away from children and return them to any Dollar General store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.dollargeneral.com

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