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G.A. Gertmenian and Sons Recalls Toy Story 3 Bowling Game Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Reported: May 5, 2011 Initiated: May 5, 2011 #11217

Product Description

This recall affects Toy Story 3 Bowling Game Rugs with a batch marking of JA 148. The recalled item contains six white plastic bowling pins with two red stripes painted on the necks, one black plastic ball, and a 68 inch x 26 inch nylon game rug with a print of the character Buzz Lightyear on the front. The batch marking JA 148 appears on the bottom front of the packaging just above the bar code, and is also located on the tag attached to the rug.

Reason for Recall

The red paint used on some bowling pins has been measured to be in excess of the maximum allowable level of 90 ppm, a violation of the federal lead paint standard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the bowling pins immediately and contact the manufacturer for a free replacement set.

Details

Units Affected
About 600
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/GA-Gertmenian-and-Sons-Recalls-Toy-Story-3-Bowling-Game-Due-to-Violation-of-Lead-Paint

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall affects Toy Story 3 Bowling Game Rugs with a batch marking of JA 148. The recalled item contains six white plastic bowling pins with two red stripes painted on the necks, one black plastic ball, and a 68 inch x 26 inch nylon game rug with a print of the character Buzz Lightyear on the front. The batch marking JA 148 appears on the bottom front of the packaging just above the bar code, and is also located on the tag attached to the rug.. Units affected: About 600.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The red paint used on some bowling pins has been measured to be in excess of the maximum allowable level of 90 ppm, a violation of the federal lead paint standard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the bowling pins immediately and contact the manufacturer for a free replacement set.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 5, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11217.

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