Recalls / 2003-04-04

CPSC, Learning Curve Int'l Inc. Announce Recall of Lamaze Activity Toys

03532 · Recalled 2003-04-04 · CPSC page

Recalled Lamaze Flower Stroller Wrap activity toy

Description

There are two types of activity toys involved in this recall. One toy is a flower shaped toy intended to attach to a stroller, with a green painted metal wire on which plastic beads slide along. The item is the Lamaze Flower Stroller Wrap (SKU #97222). The other toy is a floor-based toy with a foam stuffed base, a blue painted metal wire on which plastic beads and stuffed animal heads slide along. This item is the Lamaze Soft Bead Buddies (SKU #97325). Each item has a sewn-in label with the Lamaze logo on the front.

Hazards

The paint on the metal wires of these toys contains excess levels of lead. Lead poisoning is a serious hazard to children and is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.

Reported injuries

RCE/LCI has not received any reports of incidents or injuries involving these toys. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take these toys away from infants and young children. Consumers should contact RCE/LCI for return and replacement instructions.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Lamaze Flower Stroller Wrap and Lamaze Soft Bead Buddies activity toys		Approximately 3,800

Parties

Manufacturer: Racing Champions Ertl/Learning Curve Int'l., Inc. (RCE/LCI)
Sold at: These toys were sold in March 2003, through specialty, toy, for around $19.99.

Consumer contact

Consumers should contact RCE/LCI at (800) 704-8697 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at www.learningcurve.com

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Recalled Lamaze Soft Bead Buddies activity toy

Source: CPSC recall 03532. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.