Mattel Recalls "Sarge" Die Cast Toy Cars Due To Violation of Lead Safety Standard
Toys & playToddlerPreschoolIngestionLead / chemical
The hazard
Surface paints on the toys could contain lead levels in excess of federal standards. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Incidents reported: None reported.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Mattel. Consumers will need to return the product to receive a replacement toy.
Contact: For additional information, contact Mattel at (800) 916-4997 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.service.mattel.com
About this recall
The recall involves die-cast "Sarge" 2 ½ inch toy cars. The toy looks like a military jeep and measures about 2 ½ inches long by 1 inch high by 1 inch wide. The recalled toy has the markings "7EA" and "China" on the bottom. The "Sarge" toy car is sold alone or in a package of two, and may have the product number M1253 (for single cars) and K5925 (for cars sold as a set) printed on the packaging. The cars marked "Thailand" are not included in this recall.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC