CPSCSeptember 26, 2007

RC2 Knights of the Sword Toys recall: Violation of Lead Paint Standard

RC2 Recalls Knights of the Sword Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Why was RC2 Knights of the Sword Toys recalled?

Surface paints on the toy knights contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should take these recalled toys away from young children immediately and contact RC2 to receive a full refund. Contact: For additional information, contact RC2 toll-free at (866) 725-4407 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at http://recalls.rc2.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
Britain's "Knights of the Sword" Series Toys
Company
RC2 Corp., of Oak Brook, Ill.
Quantity
About 800
Sold at
Specialty toy stores nationwide from April 2004 through March 2006 for about $8.
Recall date
September 26, 2007
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The three recalled silver knight toys are mounted on red horses sold individually in see-through blister cards. "Britain's" and "Knights of the Sword" are printed on the top of the card in the packaging. The recalled toys include a mounted silver knight on a red horse with an axe; a mounted silver knight on a red horse with two hands on a raised weapon; and a mounted silver knight on a red horse with a lance.

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