The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·05171·Announced 2005-05-12

Dollar General Recalls Metal Heart-Shaped Pendants Due to Lead Poisoning Risk

Dollar General is recalling about 80,000 metal heart-shaped pendants sold nationwide from May 2003 to April 2005 because they contain high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning to young children.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a high-risk hazard (lead poisoning) in a product accessible to children, but the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Dollar General Corp. is recalling approximately 80,000 metal heart-shaped pendants sold in Dollar General stores nationwide from May 2003 through April 2005 for about $1. The pendants are silver-colored, ribbed on the front, hollow on the back, and hang on a pink suede cord with a silver-colored clasp. The product was manufactured in China.

The recall is being issued because the pendants contain high levels of lead, which poses a serious risk of lead poisoning to young children. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems, and growth retardation. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should take these necklaces away from children immediately and return them to Dollar General stores for a refund. Consumers can also contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit their website at www.dollargeneral.com.

The recalled product

Product
Heart-Shaped Pendant
Category
Consumer Product — Jewelry
Hazard
Affected units
80,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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