Nintendo Recalls Lapel Pins Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
IngestionLead / chemical
The hazard
The metal lapel pin contains high levels of lead. 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 stop wearing the lapel pins and contact Nintendo to receive a free replacement lapel pin.
Contact: For more information, consumers can contact Nintendo at (800) 431-0971 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site www.nintendo.com
About this recall
The recalled lapel pins have images depicting 12 video game characters. The lapel pins vary in size, ranging from 1 to 2 inches in height. The characters Diddy Kong, Donkey Kong, Kirby, Mario, Mario Kart, Pikachu, Princess Peach, Samus, Starfox, Waluigi and Wario were sold individually. Mario, Princess Peach and Samus were also sold as a set.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC