CPSC recall · Reported March 1, 2006
The Little Tikes Co. Recalls Animal-Shaped Flashlights Containing Lead Paint Sold at Target
The light green paint on the dinosaur-shaped flashlight and the brown paint on the dog-shaped flashlight could contain excess levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young ch…
The Little Tikes Co., of Hudson, Ohio recalled The Glowin' Dino Flashlight and the Glowin' Doggy Flashlight are about 9 inches long and ….
The Little Tikes Co. Recalls Animal-Shaped Flashlights Containing Lead Paint Sold at Targ… was recalled by The Little Tikes Co., of Hudson, Ohio in March 1, 2006. Reason: The light green paint on the dinosaur-shaped flashlight and the brown paint on the dog-shaped flashlight coul…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled flashlights away from young children and c…. Verify recall #06100 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
The Little Tikes Co., of Hudson, Ohio issued this CPSC recall-The light green paint on the dinosaur-shaped flashlight and the brown paint on the dog-shaped flashlight coul….
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- March 1, 2006
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06100 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
The Glowin' Dino Flashlight and the Glowin' Doggy Flashlight are about 9 inches long and make an electronic sound when switched on. The green dinosaur roars, and the white and brown dog barks. Only flashlights with the following date codes are included in the recall: LC5H161, LC5H291, LC5I031, LC5I091, LC5I131, LC5J061, LC5J231, and LC5J311. The date codes are found on the bottom of the flashlights. Units that do not contain these codes or other animal flashlight characters made by The Little Tikes Co. are not included in this recall. Also, units that have an "R" at the end of the date code are not included in the recall.
Reason for recall
The light green paint on the dinosaur-shaped flashlight and the brown paint on the dog-shaped flashlight could contain excess levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled flashlights away from young children and contact Little Tikes for more information. Consumers will get a free replacement flashlight or refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 06100 |
| Date reported | March 1, 2006 |
| Date initiated | March 1, 2006 |
| Recalling firm | The Little Tikes Co., of Hudson, Ohio |
| Affected scope | About 20,800 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately take the recalled flashlights away from young children and contact Little Tikes for more information…
- Check the recall number (06100) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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