The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08072·Announced 2007-11-07

Schylling Recalls Robot 2000 Collectable Toy Due to Lead Paint Violation

Schylling Associates is recalling Robot 2000 collectable tin robots because surface paints contain excessive lead, violating federal standards. No injuries have been reported.

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 paint violation) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Schylling Associates Inc. is recalling approximately 2,600 Robot 2000 collectable tin robots. The recall was initiated because the surface paints on the robots contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard. The robots are battery-operated, stand 12 inches tall, and feature a red light on the head and opening chest panels.

The recalled toys were sold at specialty toy stores and gift shops nationwide from October 2006 through September 2007 for approximately $25 each. The robots were manufactured in China. No injuries or illnesses have been reported in connection with the use of these products.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children. To obtain a refund or a free replacement toy, consumers should contact Schylling at (800) 767-8697 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at www.schylling.com.

The recalled product

Product
Robot 2000 collectable tin robot
Manufacturer
Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass.
Category
Consumer Product — Toys
Hazard
Affected units
2,600

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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