February 2008 Recalls
In an effort to help keep your child safe, below is a list of the most recent product recalls to help you feel more at ease when shopping for your children.
Product: FUN N’ SAFE Magnetic Dart Boards
Date of Recall: 2/22/08
Stores Located: Family Dollar stores nationwide
Issue: Small magnets on darts can detach
Dates Released: January 2001 – January 2008
What You Can Do: Return the toy to a Family Dollar store for a full refund
Return Contact: Family Dollar – (800) 547-0359, www.familydollar.com
Product: Cinderella 12-Volt Electric Ride-On Vehicles
Date of Recall: 2/19/08
Stores Located: Wal-Mart stores nationwide
Issue: Wires under car hood or batter compartment can short circuit
Dates Released: August 2005 – February 2006
What You Can Do: Contact Dumar International for a free retrofit kit, including new battery
Return Contact: Dumar International – (866) 424-0500, www.dumarua.com
Product: Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys
Date of Recall: 2/12/08
Stores Located: Sporting goods stores and other national retailers
Issue: Rechargeable battery can catch fire during charging
Dates Released: May 2007 – December 2007
What You Can Do: Return helicopter to retailer for a full refund
Return Contact: Soft Air USA – (817) 210-4181
Product: Transparent Toy Egg Shakers
Date of Recall: 2/7/08
Stores Located: West Music stores in Iowa and Illinois, www.westmusic.com
Issue: The end cap can detach and allow small beads to spill out
Dates Released: October 2006 – December 2007
What You Can Do: Take toy away from children and contact West Music for a free replacement
Return Contact: West Music – (800) 397-9378
Product: Toy Gardening Hand Rakes
Date of Recall: 2/5/08
Stores Located: Home improvement and toy stores
Issue: Paint on rake contains excess levels of lead
Dates Released: June 2007 – November 2007
What You Can Do: Return item to store for a replacement
Return Contact: Downeast Concepts – (800) 343-2424, www.backyard-beyond.com
Product: Baby Einstein Baby Neptune Soothing Seascape Crib Toys
Date of Recall: 1/31/08
Stores Located: Anchors that hold the straps can detach and pose as a choking hazard
Issue: Paint on dice contain excess levels of lead
Dates Released: November 2007 – January 2008
What You Can Do: Stop using toy and contact Kids II to receive a replacement
Return Contact: Kids II (866) 203-6788, www.kidsii.com
