The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·07193·Announced 2007-05-23

AAFES Recalls Invincibles Transport Converters Toy Sets Due to Lead Hazard

AAFES is recalling Invincibles Transport Converters Toy Sets because surface paints contain high levels of lead, posing a poisoning hazard 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 risk-of-harm product (lead poisoning) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and AAFES (Army & Air Force Exchange Service) are recalling Invincibles Transport Converters Toy Sets. The recall involves toy sets with multiple action figures and vehicles. The model number 88931, Universal Product Code 6 98567 88931 4, and Soldier Bear logo are printed on the product's packaging, and the backs of the action figures are marked with the letters "TC-ST."

The recall is being issued because surface paints on the toy action figures contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

About 3,000 units were sold at AAFES stores worldwide from August 2006 through April 2007 for about $20. The toys were manufactured by Toy Century Industrial Ltd. of Hong Kong. Consumers should immediately take the toys away from children and return the product to the nearest AAFES store for a full refund. For additional information, call AAFES at (800) 866-3605 anytime or visit www.aafes.com.

The recalled product

Product
Invincibles Transport Converters Toy Sets
Manufacturer
Toy Century Industrial Ltd., of Hong Kong
Category
Consumer Product — Toys
Hazard
Affected units
3,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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