Painted Wooden Puzzles Recall by Little Headworks
USPainted Wooden Puzzles Recall by Little Headworks
Recalling Firm: Little Headworks
Motivo del Retiro / Peligro
TranslatedLead
Descripción del Producto e Identificación
TranslatedPainted Wooden Puzzles Recall by Little Headworks NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 25, 1987 Release # 87-074 Children's Painted Wooden Puzzles WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Little Headworks Company, Dallas, Texas today announced a voluntary recall of its children's Wooden Painted Puzzles which have excess lead in the paint. The paint on the children's wooden painted puzzles contains levels of lead as high as 12.84% and may present a lead poisoning hazard. No more than 0.06% is allowed by CPSC regulations. Neither the CPSC nor Little Headworks Company knows of any lead poisoning incidents associated with these puzzles. An official of the firm brought this lead in paint violation to the attention of the CPSC. The children's puzzles, which were made of wood, and the puzzle pieces are imported from Mexico, are made of wood, and the puzzle pieces are painted with various colors. More than 400 units were distributed in Texas, Oklahoma, California, New Mexico and Nevada from May 1986 to May 1987. Consumers should remove those puzzles bought before August 1987 from use by children and return them to the store where they were purchased for a complete refund. The paints currently being used on the new products are in compliance with the lead limit. The further information, consumers may call Little Headworks Company at 213-490-8480 or the CPSC toll-free hotline number at 800-638-CPSC. A teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054.
Productos Afectados
TranslatedWooden Painted children's Puzzles
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/1987/Childrens-Painted-Wooden-Puzzles |
| Title | Painted Wooden Puzzles Recall by Little Headworks |
| Hazards › Name | Lead |
| Products › Name | Wooden Painted children's Puzzles |
| Products › Type | Puzzles |
| Products › Category I D | 2085 |
| Recall I D | 4723 |
| Recall Date | 1987-11-25T00:00:00 |
| Description | Painted Wooden Puzzles Recall by Little Headworks NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 25, 1987 Release # 87-074 Children's Painted Wooden Puzzles WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Little Headworks Company, Dallas, Texas today announced a voluntary recall of its children's Wooden Painted Puzzles which have excess lead in the paint. The paint on the children's wooden painted puzzles contains levels of lead as high as 12.84% and may present a lead poisoning hazard. No more than 0.06% is allowed by CPSC regulations. Neither the CPSC nor Little Headworks Company knows of any lead poisoning incidents associated with these puzzles. An official of the firm brought this lead in paint violation to the attention of the CPSC. The children's puzzles, which were made of wood, and the puzzle pieces are imported from Mexico, are made of wood, and the puzzle pieces are painted with various colors. More than 400 units were distributed in Texas, Oklahoma, California, New Mexico and Nevada from May 1986 to May 1987. Consumers should remove those puzzles bought before August 1987 from use by children and return them to the store where they were purchased for a complete refund. The paints currently being used on the new products are in compliance with the lead limit. The further information, consumers may call Little Headworks Company at 213-490-8480 or the CPSC toll-free hotline number at 800-638-CPSC. A teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054. |
| Recall Number | 87074 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Little Headworks |
| Last Publish Date | 2015-01-02T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | Mexico |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Painted Wooden Puzzles Recall by Little Headworks?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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