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CPSCRecalled Mar 1, 2006 · #06100

The Little Tikes Co. Recalls Animal-Shaped Flashlights Containing Lead Paint Sold at Target

Hazard

The light green paint on the dinosaur-shaped flashlight and the brown paint on the dog-shaped flashlight could contain excess levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

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Description

The Glowin' Dino Flashlight and the Glowin' Doggy Flashlight are about 9 inches long and make an electronic sound when switched on. The green dinosaur roars, and the white and brown dog barks. Only flashlights with the following date codes are included in the recall: LC5H161, LC5H291, LC5I031, LC5I091, LC5I131, LC5J061, LC5J231, and LC5J311. The date codes are found on the bottom of the flashlights. Units that do not contain these codes or other animal flashlight characters made by The Little Tikes Co. are not included in this recall. Also, units that have an "R" at the end of the date code are not included in the recall.

Product details

Product
Glowin' Dino and Glowin' Doggy Animal Flashlights
Type
Lights & Accessories
Manufacturer
The Little Tikes Co., of Hudson, Ohio
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Only at Target stores nationwide from November 2005 through December 2005 for about $10.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled flashlights away from young children and contact Little Tikes for more information. Consumers will get a free replacement flashlight or refund.

View the official CPSC notice