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CPSC recall · Reported April 15, 2015

Cycle Gear Recalls Semi Truck and Motorcycle Toys Due to Excessive Lead Levels (Recall Alert)

The toys contain excessive levels of lead, which is a violation of the federal standard for lead content.

Recall #
15728
Affected scope
About 155
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ShanTou MeiTian Trading Co, Ltd, AmerEuro Trading Limited recalled This recall involves plastic Wheelies semi-truck with six motorcycles toy and Wheelies pu… — a moderate-severity action.

Cycle Gear Recalls Semi Truck and Motorcycle Toys Due to Excessive Lead Levels (Recall Al… was recalled by ShanTou MeiTian Trading Co, Ltd, AmerEuro Trading Limited in April 15, 2015. Reason: The toys contain excessive levels of lead, which is a violation of the federal standard for lead content.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take away from children and stop using the recalled toys and…. Verify recall #15728 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

ShanTou MeiTian Trading Co, Ltd, AmerEuro Trading Limited issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The toys contain excessive levels of lead, which is a violation of the federal standard for lead content..

Moderate
severity level
April 15, 2015
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15728 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #15728) was formally reported on April 15, 2015. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. ShanTou MeiTian Trading Co, Ltd, AmerEuro Trading Limited is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 155.

The documented reason for this recall is: The toys contain excessive levels of lead, which is a violation of the federal standard for lead content. 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 immediately take away from children and stop using the recalled toys and contact Cycle Gear Inc. for a full refund. Cycle Gear Inc. is contacting consumers directly. — 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 — 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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Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 100,165 recalls in the database, 23,668 are high severity, 72,097 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 155

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves plastic Wheelies semi-truck with six motorcycles toy and Wheelies push-along motorcycle toys. The semi-truck has a dual-level trailer that carries six motorcycles and comes in red and purple with multi-colored motorcycles. The truck with the trailer attached measures 18 inches long by 7 inches tall. The truck has the item number Item # TAG66767 and SKU# 752249 printed on the packaging. The Wheelies push-along motorcycle is red with a rider in black with silver accents. The product has item # TBG04323 and SKU# 752251 printed on the package.

Reason for recall

The toys contain excessive levels of lead, which is a violation of the federal standard for lead content.

Remedy — what to do

Consumers should immediately take away from children and stop using the recalled toys and contact Cycle Gear Inc. for a full refund. Cycle Gear Inc. is contacting consumers directly.

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 15728
Date reported April 15, 2015
Date initiated April 15, 2015
Recalling firm ShanTou MeiTian Trading Co, Ltd, AmerEuro Trading Limited
Affected scope About 155
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 away from children and stop using the recalled toys and contact Cycle Gear Inc. for a full refu…

  • Check the recall number (15728) 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?
This recall involves plastic Wheelies semi-truck with six motorcycles toy and Wheelies push-along motorcycle toys. The semi-truck has a dual-level trailer that carries six motorcycles and comes in red and purple with multi-colored motorcycles. The truck with the trailer attached measures 18 inches long by 7 inches tall. The truck has the item number Item # TAG66767 and SKU# 752249 printed on the packaging. The Wheelies push-along motorcycle is red with a rider in black with silver accents. The product has item # TBG04323 and SKU# 752251 printed on the package.. Recalled by ShanTou MeiTian Trading Co, Ltd, AmerEuro Trading Limited. Units affected: About 155.
Why was this product recalled?
The toys contain excessive levels of lead, which is a violation of the federal standard for lead content.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take away from children and stop using the recalled toys and contact Cycle Gear Inc. for a full refund. Cycle Gear Inc. is contacting consumers directly.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 15, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15728.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (15728) 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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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported April 15, 2015.

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  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)

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