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Toy Cars Recalled by Dollar General Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Recall 08-068 · November 7, 2007 · Dollar General

What to doConsumers should immediately take the recalled toy cars away from children and return them to any Dollar General store for a full refund.

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Recall at a glance

Recall number
08-068 (CPSC)
Recall date
November 7, 2007
Brand
Dollar General
Category
Toys and games
Products
Pull-Back Action Toy Cars
Hazard
Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard type
Poisoning and toxic substances
Units
About 380,000
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
May 23, 2014

What was recalled

The recall involves two styles of "pull and release" toy cars, including a four-pack of Super Wheels (UPC #400016576344) and a two-pack of Super Racer cars (UPC # 883788965002).

Is my product affected?

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

  • Pull-Back Action Toy Cars · About 380,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Dollar General stores nationwide from April 2007 through October 2007 for about $1 per pack.; 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 156 recalls in the toys and games category, 71 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Pull-Back Action Toy Cars (About 380,000 units). The recall involves two styles of "pull and release" toy cars, including a four-pack of Super Wheels (UPC #400016576344) and a two-pack of Super Racer cars (UPC # 883788965002).

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Violation of Lead Paint Standard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy cars away from children and return them to any Dollar General store for a full refund.

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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.