AAFES Expands Recall of "Soldier Bear" Toy Sets Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
CPSC recall 07239 · announced July 18, 2007 · Toy Century Industrial · 13,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves toy sets with various action figures, dinosaurs, animals and vehicles. The style number, Universal Product Code and Soldier Bear logo are printed on the product's packaging. Toy Set Style Code UPC # H.E.R.O.E.S. Dino Mega Cruiser 00047 4 98567 00047 4 Dinosaur Adventure Set (two styles) 91068 91074 6 98567 91068 1 6 98567 91074 2 Wild Animal Adventure Set 91074 6 98567 91074 2 H.E.R.O.E.S. Vehicle Play Set (three styles: military, police and fire rescue) 85939 6 98567 85939 3
The hazard
Surface paints on the toy action figures, dinosaurs and animals contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the toys away from children and return the product to the nearest AAFES store for full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: AAFES stores worldwide from August 2005 through April 2007 for between $5 and $15.
Consumer contact: For additional information, call AAFES at (800) 866-3605 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.aafes.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.