Ice Skates Recalled by Pronto Sports Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
CPSC recall 09148 · announced March 11, 2009 · Pronto Sports · 600 units affected
The product
The recalled youth adjustable boys' ice skates are black with lime green and silver accents. "Glide" is printed on a rubber tag on the side of the skates. "DBX" and the DBX logo are located on the ice skate's ankle powerstrap, tongue, and heel.
The hazard
Surface paint on the ice skates contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the recalled ice skates away from children and contact Pronto Sports for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Dick's Sporting Goods nationwide from September 2008 through December 2008 for between $30 and $60.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Pronto Sports toll-free at (877) 755-4882 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.prontosports.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.