(11/07/07) Big Red Wagons Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Effective - November 7, 2007

Name of Product: “Big Red” Wagons

Units: About 7,200

Importer: Northern Tool & Equipment Co., of Burnsville, Minn.

Hazard: Surface paints on the recalled toy wagon and handle contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: This lead recalled wagon has a red painted, steel deck with removable wooden sides. The wheels have ball bearings and air-filled tires.

Sold through: Northern Tool & Equipment catalog, Web site, and retail stores nationwide from July 2007 through September 2007 for about $60.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Customers should immediately take the recalled toy wagon away from children and return it to any Northern Tool store for a free replacement.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Northern Tool & Equipment Co. at (800) 222-5381 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.northerntool.com

lead paint recalled toy wagon

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