Recalls / 2011-05-05

G.A. Gertmenian and Sons Recalls Toy Story 3 Bowling Game Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

11217 · Recalled 2011-05-05 · CPSC page

Description

This recall affects Toy Story 3 Bowling Game Rugs with a batch marking of JA 148. The recalled item contains six white plastic bowling pins with two red stripes painted on the necks, one black plastic ball, and a 68 inch x 26 inch nylon game rug with a print of the character Buzz Lightyear on the front. The batch marking JA 148 appears on the bottom front of the packaging just above the bar code, and is also located on the tag attached to the rug.

Hazards

The red paint used on some bowling pins has been measured to be in excess of the maximum allowable level of 90 ppm, a violation of the federal lead paint standard.

Reported injuries

G.A. Gertmenian and Sons, LLC has received no reports of incidents or injuries.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the bowling pins immediately and contact the manufacturer for a free replacement set.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Toy Story 3 Bowling Game		About 600

Parties

Importer: G.A. Gertmenian and Sons, LLC, of Los Angeles
Made in: China
Sold at: Walmart Stores in the U.S., 2010, September 25, 2010 for about $18.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact G.A. Gertmenian and Sons LLC toll-free at (888) 224-4181 between 9:00 am and 5:30 pm PT Monday through Friday. Consumers may also email Gertmenian@Gertmenian.com for instructions on receiving replacement bowling pins.

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Source: CPSC recall 11217. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.