Kash N' Gold Recalls Tinker Bell Novelty Lamps Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
CPSC recall 08162 · announced January 10, 2008 · Kash N' Gold · 60,000 units affected
The product
The recalled Tinker Bell lamp has model "Tinker Bell Lamp" printed on the bottom of the lamp. The lamp has a sculpted Tinker Bell in a flower garden with an animation of Tinker Bell swaying back and forth while music plays when the light switch or demo button is depressed.
The hazard
The surface paint on the lamps contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamps and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or contact the firm to receive a Kash N' Gold merchandise credit.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Electronic and appliance retailers nationwide, including Lowe's from January 2007 through October 2007 for about $40.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Kash N' Gold at (800) 354-8785 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.kngamerica.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.