November 7, 2007
International Sourcing Ltd. is recallinga bout 7,500 dragsters and funny cars sold in connection with National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) events.
Surface paint on the wheels and engine of the toys contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
The recall includes plastic models of a dragster and funny car. The dragster is approximately 22 inches long, black in color with various sponsor decals on the toys. The funny car is approximately 14 inches long and is also black in color. Both models have the ISL logo imprinted on the underside.
The cars were sold at NHRA events through Schumacher Racing, and Matco Tools through door to door sales by its representatives from March 2007 through September 2007. They were made in China.
Consumers should immediately take the toy away from children, and return it to International Sourcing Ltd. for a full refund or replacement product.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact International Sourcing Ltd at (877) 404-1584 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.islpromotions.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
