TCB Imports Toy Police Cars

Description: Toy Police Cars Recalled by TCB Imports Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 25, 2008 Release #08-412 Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 674-5497 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 Toy Police Cars Recalled by TCB Imports Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: Toy Police Cars Units: About 3,000 Importer: TCB Imports, of Vernon, California Hazard: The red paint on the toy cars contains excess levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: This recall involves toy police cars with a friction function. When the toy car is pushed forward, the car builds momentum. When released, the car moves forward on its own. The cars were sold in red/white and purple/white color combinations. The cars measure 8 inches by 4 inches by 4 ½ inches. Item number TF820 is printed on the product’s packaging. Sold at: Dollar and discount stores nationwide from May 2008 through August 2008 for about $1. Manufactured in: China Remedy: Consumers should immediately take this toy away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a refund. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact TCB Imports, Inc. at (888) 674-5497 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.tcbimports.com [Learn More]