Lead Paint Recall: Toy Police Cars

About 3,000 Chinese-made toy police cars are being recalled by TCB Imports of California and the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Red paint on the toy cars has excessive levels of lead. Ingesting lead can cause serious, permanent brain damage. Children under the age of six are most susceptible.

Here is the CPSC description of the product: "This recall involves toy police cars with a friction function. When the toy car is pushed forward, the car builds momentum. When released, the car moves forward on its own. The cars were sold in red/white and purple/white color combinations. The cars measure 8 inches by 4 inches by 4.5 inches. Item number TF820 is printed on the product’s packaging."

The toy cars were sold nationwide at dollar and discount stores for about $1. Customers can return the car to the retail store where it was purchased for a refund. More information is available by contacting TCB imports at 888-674-5497 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or via the TCB Web site.