November 7, 2007
Dollar General is recalling about 380,000 pull-back toy cars.
Surface paint on the cars contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
The recall involves two styles of 'pull and release' toy cars, including a four pack of Super Wheels (UPC #400016576344) and a two pack of Super Racer cars (UPC # 883788965002).
They were sold at Dollar General stores nationwide from April 2007 through October 2007 for about $1 per pack and were made in China.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy cars away from children and return them to any Dollar General store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dollargeneral.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
