Children's Fishing Poles Recalled by Zebco Due to Violation of Lead in Paint Standard
CPSC recall 09166 · announced March 25, 2009 · W.c. Bradley/zebco Holdings Inc., Doing Business As Zebco Brands · 2,700 units affected
The product
This recall involves Zebco Advanced Youth Fishing Rod & Reel combo sets. The reels are painted orange and have the words "Zebco" and "ZAVS 10" on the reel handle. Only spinning reels are involved in this recall.
The hazard
The paint on the reels of these fishing poles contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the fishing poles from children and contact Zebco for information on receiving a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Discount department and sporting good stores nationwide from August 2007 through December 2008 for about $35.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Zebco at (800) 588-9030 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.zebco.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.