J.C. Penney Recalls Disney™ Winnie-the-Pooh Play Sets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
CPSC recall 08022 · announced October 11, 2007 · J.c. Penney · 49,000 units affected
The product
The recalled play set consists of 23 pieces including: either a white or black baby doll and assorted Winnie-the-Pooh themed items such as a diaper bag, blanket, playpen, highchair, swing, stroller, and carrying bags.
The hazard
Surface paints on the play sets contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should take the recalled play set away from young children immediately and return it to any J.C. Penney store for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: The J.C. Penney catalog, Web site and outlet stores nationwide from August 2005 through August 2007 for about $40.
Consumer contact: For further information, contact J.C. Penney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.jcp.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.