CPSCFebruary 10, 2009

Golfer's Billiard Games Recalled by Dick's Sporting: Lead

Golfer's Billiard Games Recalled by Dick's Sporting Goods and Golf Galaxy Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Why was Golfer's Billiard Games Recalled by Dick's Sporting recalled?

Surface paints on the golf balls can contain excess levels of lead.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the product immediately and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund. Contact: For additional information, contact the retailer of purchase. Dick's Sporting Goods: call (866) 677-4771 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.dickssportinggoods.com. Golf Galaxy: call (866) 465-3655 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.golfgalaxy.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
Golfer's Billiard Games
Company
Golf Gifts and Gallery, of Powers Lake, Wisc., Dick's Sporting Goods Inc., of Pittsburgh, Pa., Golf Galaxy Inc., of Pittsburgh, Pa.
Quantity
About 2,300
Sold at
The Acuity model was sold at Dick's Sporting Goods stores nationwide from October 2008 to December 2008 for about $30. The Clubhouse model was sold at Golf Galaxy stores nationwide and on its Web site from May 2008 to December 2008 for about $30
Recall date
February 10, 2009
Incidents / injuries
None.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled golfer's billiard game includes 15 golf balls (with exterior paint and design to resemble a billiard ball) and six putting cups. The recall involves the Acuity Golfer's Billiard Game, Style #AC302, and the Clubhouse Golfer's Billiard Game, Style #302. The name and style number are located on the product's packaging.

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