CPSCOctober 11, 2007

Riddell Collectible Mini Racing Helmets recall: Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Riddell Recalls Collectible Mini Racing Helmets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Why was Riddell Collectible Mini Racing Helmets recalled?

Surface paints on the recalled helmets contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should take the recalled helmets away from young children immediately and contact Riddell to receive a full refund. Contact: For further information, contact Riddell at (800) 611-8114 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, via e-mail at [email protected], or visit the firm's Web site at www.riddell.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 lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

UPC: 095855720029

Product
Collectible "Jeff Gordon" Mini Helmets
Company
Riddell Inc., of Rosemont, Ill.
Quantity
About 2,500
Sold at
Academy stores and other retailers nationwide, as well as the Web site, www.nascar.com, from February 2007 through October 2007 for about $40.
Recall date
October 11, 2007
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled product is a six-inch tall, collectible, miniature helmet, modeled after the helmet worn by race car driver Jeff Gordon. The helmet is red and blue with a black visor, and is painted with various sponsor logos and playing cards. The UPC number 095855720029 is located on the bottom of the product's packaging. No other Riddell mini helmet models are included in this recall.

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