April 1, 2008 
Master Lock is recalling about 27,000 'Lock and Leash' locks. Red surface paint on the locks contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
This recall involves red Lock and Leash locks with model number 1551D. The locks have a matching red coiled cable used to anchor items. Master Lock is printed in white above the combination display. Other colors are not affected by this recall.
The locks were sold at hardware stores and Internet retailers from March 2007 through January 2008 for about $8. They were made in Taiwan.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled locks and return them to Master Lock Company Return Goods c/o All in One Warehouse, 2050 North Smokey Lane, Suite B, Nogales, AZ 85621 for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Master Lock at (800) 464-2088 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT or visit the firms Web site at www.masterlock.com (pdf).
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
