Learning Curve Int'l Inc. · Recalled
CPSC, Learning Curve Int'l Inc. Announce Recall of Lamaze Activity Toys
The paint on the metal wires of these toys contains excess levels of lead. Lead poisoning is a serious hazard to children and is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.
- Units
- Approximately 3,800
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $20
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
There are two types of activity toys involved in this recall. One toy is a flower shaped toy intended to attach to a stroller, with a green painted metal wire on which plastic beads slide along. The item is the Lamaze Flower Stroller Wrap (SKU #97222). The other toy is a floor-based toy with a foam stuffed base, a blue painted metal wire on which plastic beads and stuffed animal heads slide along. This item is the Lamaze Soft Bead Buddies (SKU #97325). Each item has a sewn-in label with the Lamaze logo on the front.
The file
- Sold at
- These toys were sold in March 2003, through specialty and toy stores nationwide, for around $19.99.
- Product type
- Toy Miscellaneous
- Made in
- Not stated
- Recalled by
- Racing Champions Ertl/Learning Curve Int'l., Inc. (RCE/LCI), of Chicago, IL
Incident log
RCE/LCI has not received any reports of incidents or injuries involving these toys. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately take these toys away from infants and young children. Consumers should contact RCE/LCI for return and replacement instructions.
Consumers should contact RCE/LCI at (800) 704-8697 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at www.learningcurve.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated APR 04 2003; last revised JUL 11 2025.
