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The Little Tikes Co. Recalls Animal-Shaped Flashlights Containing Lead Paint Sold at Target

Reported: March 1, 2006 Initiated: March 1, 2006 #06100

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

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.

Details

Units Affected
About 20,800
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/The-Little-Tikes-Co-Recalls-Animal-Shaped-Flashlights-Containing-Lead-Paint-Sold-at-Target

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
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.. Recalled by The Little Tikes Co., of Hudson, Ohio. Units affected: About 20,800.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
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.
What should consumers 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.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 1, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06100.

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