CPSC recall · Reported April 16, 2008
Push Toys Recalled by Santa's Toy Corp. Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Surface paint on the glove, shirt, and pants of rider toy contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
The CPSC recalled The recall involves a push toy of a plastic horse with rider and a 20-inch-long pole/hand….
Push Toys Recalled by Santa's Toy Corp. Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in April 16, 2008. Reason: Surface paint on the glove, shirt, and pants of rider toy contains excessive levels of lead, violating the fe…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the push toy away from children and return it to the st…. Verify recall #08249 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-Surface paint on the glove, shirt, and pants of rider toy contains excessive levels of lead, violating the fe….
- None
- agency class
- April 16, 2008
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08249 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 recall involves a push toy of a plastic horse with rider and a 20-inch-long pole/handle. The horse and pole/handle together measure about 26 inches. The rider is wearing red pants and a green shirt. The horse comes in various colors.
Reason for recall
Surface paint on the glove, shirt, and pants of rider toy contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately take the push toy away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 08249 |
| Date reported | April 16, 2008 |
| Date initiated | April 16, 2008 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 9,000 |
| 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 push toy away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.
- Check the recall number (08249) 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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