CPSCJanuary 24, 2012

Mexican Wrestling Action Figures Recalled by Lee Carter: Lead

Mexican Wrestling Action Figures Recalled by Lee Carter Co. Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Why was Mexican Wrestling Action Figures Recalled by Lee Carter recalled?

The surface paints on the action figures contain excessive levels of lead which is prohibited under federal law.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately take the recalled action figures away from children and return them to Lee Carter Co. for a full refund or credit towards a replacement product. Contact: For additional information, consumers should call Lee Carter Co. collect at (415) 824-2004 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.leecartercompany.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
Super Luchamania Action Figures
Company
Lee Carter Co., of San Francisco, Calif.
Quantity
About 7,000 packs
Sold at
Various Mexican specialty craft stores nationwide from June 2000 through October 2011 for between $12 and $14 per pack.
Recall date
January 24, 2012
Incidents / injuries
None reported
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled Mexican wrestling Super Luchamania action figures were sold in packs of 12. The multi-colored action figures are plastic, have plastic capes and measure about four inches tall. "Super Luchamania" is printed on the action figures' packaging.

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