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CPSC recall · Reported September 4, 2007

Fisher-Price Recalls Bongo Band Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Surface paints on the toys contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal law prohibiting lead paint on children's toys.

Recall #
07303
Affected scope
About 8,900
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The CPSC recalled The recalled toys have two bongos, including one with a yellow and green plastic drum bas….

Fisher-Price Recalls Bongo Band Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in September 4, 2007. Reason: Surface paints on the toys contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal law prohibiting lead …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Fisher…. Verify recall #07303 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-Surface paints on the toys contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal law prohibiting lead ….

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September 4, 2007
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #07303 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.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Product description

The recalled toys have two bongos, including one with a yellow and green plastic drum base with a blue drum surface. The other bongo is yellow and green plastic drum base with an orange drum surface with "It's a Big, Big World" printed on it. The toys were sold with animal shaped accessories including a monkey, bird, tambourine and drum stick. The toys have product number K9343 inside the orange drum. A date code between 139-7SH and 232-7SH is printed on the drum's orange ring surface. Bongo Band toys included in this recall must have both the product number and date code.

Reason for recall

Surface paints on the toys contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal law prohibiting lead paint on children's toys.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Fisher-Price for instructions on returning the product, in order to receive a free replacement toy.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 07303
Date reported September 4, 2007
Date initiated September 4, 2007
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 8,900
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 toys away from children and contact Fisher-Price for instructions on returning the…

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  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled toys have two bongos, including one with a yellow and green plastic drum base with a blue drum surface. The other bongo is yellow and green plastic drum base with an orange drum surface with "It's a Big, Big World" printed on it. The toys were sold with animal shaped accessories including a monkey, bird, tambourine and drum stick. The toys have product number K9343 inside the orange drum. A date code between 139-7SH and 232-7SH is printed on the drum's orange ring surface. Bongo Band toys included in this recall must have both the product number and date code.. Units affected: About 8,900.
Why was this product recalled?
Surface paints on the toys contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal law prohibiting lead paint on children's toys.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Fisher-Price for instructions on returning the product, in order to receive a free replacement toy.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 4, 2007. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 07303.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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