Mattel Recalls Various Barbie® Accessory Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Various Barbie Accessory Toys
Date of Recall
2007-09-04CPSC Release Number
07-301Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(888) 496-8330Units
About 675,000Importer
Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif.Sold By
Retail stores nationwide from October 2006 through August 2007 for about $10.Problem/Hazard
Surface paints on the toys contain excessive levels of lead which is prohibited under federal law.Injuries/Incidents
None reported.Description
The recall involves various Barbie accessory toys that were manufactured between September 30, 2006 and August 20, 2007. The model names, product numbers and affected date code numbers are listed in the chart below. The product and date code numbers are printed on the largest component of the toy sets.| Product | Product Number | Date Code Number |
|---|---|---|
| Barbie® Dream Puppy House™ (lead paint on dog) | J9485 | 286-6JX through 365-6JX or 001-7JX through 232-7JX (product number and date code are marked on the bottom of the house) |
| Barbie® Dream Kitty Condo™ Playset (lead paint on cat) | J9486 | 286-6JX through 365-6JX or 001-7JX through 232-7JX (product number and date code are marked on the bottom of the house) |
| Barbie® Table and Chairs Kitchen Playset (lead paint on dog, chip platter, dinner plates) | K8606 | All (product number is marked under the table) |
| Barbie® Bathtub and Toilet Playset (lead point on cat) | K8607 | All (product number is marked under the tub) |
| Barbie® Futon and Table Living Room Playset (lead paint on cat) | K8608 | All (product number is marked on the cushion label) |
| Barbie® Desk and Chair Bedroom Playset (lead paint on dog) | K8609 | All (product number is marked under the desk) |
| Barbie® Couch & Table Living Room Playset (lead paint on purse) | K8613 | All (product number is marked under the table) |
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Mattel for instructions on how to receive a free replacement toy of equal value.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Mattel’s Fisher-Price hotline at (888) 496-8330 anytime, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.mattel.com/safetyRecall Comments
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