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AAFES Expands Recall of "Soldier Bear" Toy Sets Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard

Reported: July 18, 2007 Initiated: July 18, 2007 #07239

Product Description

This recall involves toy sets with various action figures, dinosaurs, animals and vehicles. The style number, Universal Product Code and Soldier Bear logo are printed on the product's packaging. Toy Set Style Code UPC # H.E.R.O.E.S. Dino Mega Cruiser 00047 4 98567 00047 4 Dinosaur Adventure Set (two styles) 91068 91074 6 98567 91068 1 6 98567 91074 2 Wild Animal Adventure Set 91074 6 98567 91074 2 H.E.R.O.E.S. Vehicle Play Set (three styles: military, police and fire rescue) 85939 6 98567 85939 3

Reason for Recall

Surface paints on the toy action figures, dinosaurs and animals contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the toys away from children and return the product to the nearest AAFES store for full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 13,000 (This recall was first announced in May 2007)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves toy sets with various action figures, dinosaurs, animals and vehicles. The style number, Universal Product Code and Soldier Bear logo are printed on the product's packaging. Toy Set Style Code UPC # H.E.R.O.E.S. Dino Mega Cruiser 00047 4 98567 00047 4 Dinosaur Adventure Set (two styles) 91068 91074 6 98567 91068 1 6 98567 91074 2 Wild Animal Adventure Set 91074 6 98567 91074 2 H.E.R.O.E.S. Vehicle Play Set (three styles: military, police and fire rescue) 85939 6 98567 85939 3. Recalled by Toy Century Industrial Ltd., of Hong Kong. Units affected: About 13,000 (This recall was first announced in May 2007).
Why was this product recalled?
Surface paints on the toy action figures, dinosaurs and animals contain high 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 toys away from children and return the product to the nearest AAFES store for full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 18, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07239.