Master Lock Recalls Lock and Leash™ Locks Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
CPSC recall 08236 · announced April 1, 2008 · Fullyear-brother Enterprise Co · 27,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves red Lock and Leash™ locks with model number 1551D. The locks have a matching red coiled cable used to anchor items. Master Lock® is printed in white above the combination display. Other colors are not affected by this recall.
The hazard
Red surface paint on the locks contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled locks and return them to Master Lock Company Return Goods c/o All in One Warehouse, 2050 North Smokey Lane, Suite B, Nogales, AZ 85621 for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Hardware stores and Internet retailers from March 2007 through January 2008 for about $8.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Master Lock at (800) 464-2088 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT or visit the firm's Web site at www.masterlock.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.