The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09091·Announced 2009-01-13

TDI International Recalls Pull-Back Toy Cars for Lead Paint Violation

TDI International is recalling about 150 pull-back toy cars because the surface paint contains excessive levels of lead, violating federal standards.

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

TDI International, of Los Angeles, Calif., is recalling about 150 High Speed Pull-Back Toy Cars. The recalled toy cars are yellow with "PROWL" printed on the side, "VICTOR" printed on the hood, and a blue and red police warning light on the top. The surface paint on these toy cars contains excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.

The recalled toy cars were sold in small retail stores in Houston and Hidalgo, Texas, from June 2008 through July 2008 for about $2. The product was manufactured in China. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact TDI International for a full refund or a replacement toy. For additional information, consumers can contact TDI International toll-free at (877) 834-8088 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

The recalled product

Product
High Speed Pull-Back Toy Cars
Manufacturer
TDI International, of Los Angeles, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Toys
Hazard
Affected units
150

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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