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CPSC recall · Reported September 26, 2007

RC2 Corp. Recalls Additional Thomas & Friends™ Wooden Railway Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Surface paints on the toys can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Recall #
07308
Affected scope
About 200,000 (This recall was first announced in June 2007)
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The CPSC recalled The recall involves five toys from the Thomas and Friends Wooden Railway product line: th… - a moderate-severity action.

RC2 Corp. Recalls Additional Thomas & Friends™ Wooden Railway Toys Due to Violation of Le… was recalled and listed by the CPSC in September 26, 2007. Reason: Surface paints on the toys can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.. Remedy: Consumers should take the recalled toys away from young children immediately and contact …. Verify recall #07308 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Surface paints on the toys can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard..

Moderate
severity level
September 26, 2007
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #07308 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #07308) was formally reported on September 26, 2007. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as About 200,000 (This recall was first announced in June 2007).

The documented reason for this recall is: Surface paints on the toys can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should take the recalled toys away from young children immediately and contact RC2 Corp. for a replacement toy. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 200,000 (This recall was first announced in June 2007)

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recall involves five toys from the Thomas and Friends Wooden Railway product line: the all-black cargo car, toad vehicle, olive green sodor cargo box and all-green maple tree top and signal base accessories. The front of the packaging has the logo "Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway" in the upper left-hand corner. A tracking code may be located on the bottom of some of the products. Toys marked with codes containing "WJ" and "AZ" are not included in the recall. Recalled Product Name & Tracking Codes All-Black Cargo Car - Included only in the Brendam Fishing Dock Set. The car is labeled "CARGO CAR" and has either no tracking code or one of the following codes on its undersides: 26833i 28233i 23243i00 24643i00 25343i00 27443i00 32043i00 34743i00 01553i00 04553i00 13353i00 14753i00 15453i00 18353i00 Cargo cars sold in other sets are not included. Toad vehicle with brake lever - The vehicle is labeled "TOAD" and has the tracking code 16560W00 on its underside. Olive Green Sodor Cargo Box - The side of the cargo box says "SODOR", the box was included only in the Deluxe Cranky the Crane Set. All-Green Maple Tree Top and Green Signal Base Accessories - Included only in Conductor's Figure 8 Sets.

Reason for recall

Surface paints on the toys can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should take the recalled toys away from young children immediately and contact RC2 Corp. for a replacement toy.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 07308
Date reported September 26, 2007
Date initiated September 26, 2007
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 200,000 (This recall was first announced in June 2007)
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 take the recalled toys away from young children immediately and contact RC2 Corp. for a replacement toy.

  • Check the recall number (07308) 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall involves five toys from the Thomas and Friends Wooden Railway product line: the all-black cargo car, toad vehicle, olive green sodor cargo box and all-green maple tree top and signal base accessories. The front of the packaging has the logo "Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway" in the upper left-hand corner. A tracking code may be located on the bottom of some of the products. Toys marked with codes containing "WJ" and "AZ" are not included in the recall. Recalled Product Name & Tracking Codes All-Black Cargo Car - Included only in the Brendam Fishing Dock Set. The car is labeled "CARGO CAR" and has either no tracking code or one of the following codes on its undersides: 26833i 28233i 23243i00 24643i00 25343i00 27443i00 32043i00 34743i00 01553i00 04553i00 13353i00 14753i00 15453i00 18353i00 Cargo cars sold in other sets are not included. Toad vehicle with brake lever - The vehicle is labeled "TOAD" and has the tracking code 16560W00 on its underside. Olive Green Sodor Cargo Box - The side of the cargo box says "SODOR", the box was included only in the Deluxe Cranky the Crane Set. All-Green Maple Tree Top and Green Signal Base Accessories - Included only in Conductor's Figure 8 Sets.. Units affected: About 200,000 (This recall was first announced in June 2007).
Why was this product recalled?
Surface paints on the toys can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should take the recalled toys away from young children immediately and contact RC2 Corp. for a replacement toy.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 26, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07308.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (07308) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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