AAFES Recalls "Soldier Bear" Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
CPSC recall 08141 · announced December 19, 2007 · First Learning · 11,400 units affected
The product
This recall involves the following wooden toys and a plastic military vehicle toy playset. The style number, UPC codes and "Soldier Bear" logo are printed on the toy's packaging. Toy Description Style UPC Wooden Pull-Along Learning Blocks Wagon (alphabet blocks in a wooden wagon) 6320 834162002158 Time Teacher (magnetic shapes & clock in pull cart) 6231 834162002646 Wooden Riding Horse 6349 834162003698 Vehicle Playset (blue military vehicle with action figures) 1007 4895130810072
The hazard
The surface paint on the toys contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and return them to the nearest AAFES store for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: AAFES stores worldwide from August 2006 through October 2007 for between $5 and $20.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact 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.