AAFES Recalls "Soldier Bear" Toy Sets Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Recall 07193 · May 23, 2007 · Aafes
3,000
units affected
3,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 07193
- Date
- May 23, 2007
- Company
- Aafes
- Units affected
- 3,000
- Product
- Invincibles Transport Converters Toy Sets
- Product type
- Toy Play Sets/Activity Sets
- Hazard
- Poisoning
The product
This recall involves toy sets with multiple action figures and vehicles. The model number (88931), Universal Product Code (6 98567 88931 4) and Soldier Bear logo are printed on the product's packaging. The backs of the action figures are marked with letters "TC-ST."
What can happen
Surface paints on the toy action figures contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
The fix
Consumers should immediately take the toys away from children and return the product to the nearest AAFES store for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- AAFES stores worldwide from August 2006 through April 2007 for about $20.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled invincibles transport converters toy sets?
Consumers should immediately take the toys away from children and return the product to the nearest AAFES store for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
Surface paints on the toy action figures contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.