Key Chains Recalled by Dollar General Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

Recall 08-009 · October 4, 2007 · Dollar General

What to doConsumers should immediately take these key chains away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or replacement product.

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Recall at a glance

Recall number: 08-009 (CPSC)
Recall date: October 4, 2007
Brand: Dollar General
Category: Other consumer products
Products: Key Chains
Hazard: Risk of Lead Exposure
Hazard type: Choking and ingestion Poisoning and toxic substances
Units: About 192,000
Made in: China
Last updated by CPSC: May 23, 2014

What was recalled

This recall involves key chains with a coiled cord and a metal charm with one of the following engraved words: "wisdom", "truth", "believe", "love", "hope", or "dream". The key chains were sold on a cardboard tab with floral designs and the words "Metal Keyring" and "$1" on the front.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

Key Chains · About 192,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Dollar General stores nationwide from June 2005 through August 2007 for about $1.; Dollar General Merchandising Inc., of Goodlettsville, Tenn..

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dollargeneral.com

Recall history and context

Dollar General appears in 6 CPSC recalls on record. See all Dollar General recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Key Chains (About 192,000 units). This recall involves key chains with a coiled cord and a metal charm with one of the following engraved words: "wisdom", "truth", "believe", "love", "hope", or "dream".

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Risk of Lead Exposure.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately take these key chains away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or replacement product.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 23, 2014. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.