September 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. Please keep checking back regularly as this list is constantly being updated.

Product:   Buzz’s Boatyard Toy Boats
Date of Recall:  09/30/08
Stores Located:  Buzz’s Boatyard’s web site
Issue:   The paint on toy boats contains excess levels of lead
Dates Released:  April 2007 – November 2007
What You Can Do: Take away recalled items immediately and contact Buzz’s Boatyard for a refund or exchange
Return Contact:  Buzz’s Boatyard – 877-207-1923, www.buzzboats.com/poppop.htm

Product:   Toy Police Cars
Date of Recall:  09/25/08
Stores Located:  Dollar and Discount stores nationwide
Issue:   The red paint on the car contains excess levels of lead
Dates Released:  May 2008 – August 2008
What You Can Do: Take away recalled toy and return to store where purchased for a full refund
Return Contact:  TCB Imports – 888-674-5497, www.tcbimports.com

Product:   Wood Abacus
Date of Recall:  09/22/08
Stores Located:  LTD Commodities and ABC Distributing catalogs nationwide
Issue:   Wooden rods on abacus can detach, posing a choking hazard
Dates Released:  December 2006 – February 2008
What You Can Do: Take away recalled items immediately and contact LTD Commodities to receive a credit
Return Contact:  LTD Commodities – 866-736-3654, www.ltdcommodities.com

Product:   “Protocol” Remote-Controlled Mini Helicopter Toys
Date of Recall:  09/10/08
Stores Located:  Retail stores nationwide
Issue:   The rechargeable battery inside the helicopter can overheat, causing the helicopter’s body to melt, as well as posing a fire and burn hazard
Dates Released:  October 2007 – December 2007
What You Can Do: Take away recalled items immediately and contact Protocol for a free replacement
Return Contact:  Protocol – 800-261-1193, www.protocoldesign.com