Captain Cutlass Pirate Toy Guns Recalled by Dillon Importing Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
CPSC recall 12285 · announced September 27, 2012 · Ko Lik Manufacturing · 6,970 units affected
The product
This recall involves Captain Cutlass Pirate Pistol toys with a brown plastic grip, a black metallic stock and barrel, and a muzzle with an orange cap. The double-barreled toy pistol has one trigger and two hammers. A skull and crossbones motif is engraved on the grip.
The hazard
The surface paints on the pirate toy pistols contain excessive levels of lead, a violation of the federal lead paint standard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the recalled pistol toys away from children and contact Dillon Importing for instructions on returning the product for a full refund. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Halloween and specialty stores nationwide from April 2008 through May 2012 for about $6.50.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact toll-free at (800) 654-3696 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.dillonimporting.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.