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CPSC, McDonald's Corp. and Bobble Dreams USA Announce Recall of Chicago Bears Bobble Head Figurines

Reported: September 17, 2002 Initiated: September 17, 2002 #02252

Product Description

The recalled bobble head figurines are designed in the likeness of NFL players Brian Urlacher and Anthony Thomas. The 7-inch tall figurines have heads on springs that cause them to bobble from side to side. The figurines are dressed in Chicago Bears' uniforms. The McDonald's logo and the player's name are printed across the front of the base. Labels on the bottom of the figurine read, "BOBBLE DREAMS USA" and "MADE IN CHINA," and "OFFICIAL NFL LICENSED PRODUCT."

Reason for Recall

The paint on some of the figurines contains excess levels of lead. If ingested over time by children, the lead from the paint may present a lead poisoning hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should keep these figurines away from children and contact McDonald's to receive return and refund instructions.

Details

Units Affected
About 100,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-McDonalds-Corp-and-Bobble-Dreams-USA-Announce-Recall-of-Chicago-Bears-Bobble-Head-Figurines-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled bobble head figurines are designed in the likeness of NFL players Brian Urlacher and Anthony Thomas. The 7-inch tall figurines have heads on springs that cause them to bobble from side to side. The figurines are dressed in Chicago Bears' uniforms. The McDonald's logo and the player's name are printed across the front of the base. Labels on the bottom of the figurine read, "BOBBLE DREAMS USA" and "MADE IN CHINA," and "OFFICIAL NFL LICENSED PRODUCT.". Recalled by McDonald's Corp., of Oak Brook, Ill.. Units affected: About 100,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The paint on some of the figurines contains excess levels of lead. If ingested over time by children, the lead from the paint may present a lead poisoning hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should keep these figurines away from children and contact McDonald's to receive return and refund instructions.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 17, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02252.

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