CPSCMarch 13, 2007

Toys "R" Us "Elite Operations" Toy Sets recall: Lead and Laceration Hazards

Toys "R" Us Recalls "Elite Operations" Toy Sets Due to Lead and Laceration Hazards

Why was Toys "R" Us "Elite Operations" Toy Sets recalled?

These toys contain high levels of lead in the paint, which is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Also, the toys have sharp points, posing a laceration hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately take the toys away from children and return the product to the nearest Toys "R" Us store for full credit. Contact: For additional information, contact Toys "R" Us at (800) TOYSRUS (869-7787) between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.toysrus.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Elite Operations Toy Sets
Company
Toy Century Industrial Company Ltd., of Hong Kong, Toys "R" Us Inc., of Wayne, N.J.
Quantity
About 128,700
Sold at
Toys "R" Us stores nationwide and toysrus.com from January 2006 through early February 2007 for between $15 and $30.
Recall date
March 13, 2007
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves three styles of "Elite Operations" brand toy sets. The military-style play sets contain light and sound vehicles, action figures and accessories. Models included in this recall are: Super Rigs Transport Vehicle (Item # 087286), Command Patrol Center (Item # 920625) and Troop Carrier (Item # 773967). The item numbers are located on the back of the packaging above the barcode. Toy sets sold prior to January 2006 are not included in this recall. No other "Elite Operations" brand toys are affected by this recall.

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