CPSC, Learning Curve Int'l Inc. Announce Recall of Lamaze Activity Toys
Reason for Recall / Hazard
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.
Product Description & Identification
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.
Affected Products
Lamaze Flower Stroller Wrap and Lamaze Soft Bead Buddies activity toys
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Learning-Curve-Intl-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Lamaze-Activity-Toys- |
| Title | CPSC, Learning Curve Int'l Inc. Announce Recall of Lamaze Activity Toys |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Lamaze-Flower-Stroller-Wrap.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Lamaze Flower Stroller Wrap activity toy |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Lamaze-Soft-Bead-Buddies.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Lamaze Soft Bead Buddies activity toy |
| Hazards › Name | 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. |
| Injuries › Name | 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. |
| Products › Name | Lamaze Flower Stroller Wrap and Lamaze Soft Bead Buddies activity toys |
| Products › Type | Toy Miscellaneous |
| Products › Category I D | 2198 |
| Products › Number Of Units | Approximately 3,800 |
| Recall I D | 2485 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately take these toys away from infants and young children. Consumers should contact RCE/LCI for return and replacement instructions. |
| Retailers › Name | These toys were sold in March 2003, through specialty and toy stores nationwide, for around $19.99. |
| Recall Date | 2003-04-04T00:00:00 |
| Description | 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. |
| Recall Number | 03532 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Racing Champions Ertl/Learning Curve Int'l., Inc. (RCE/LCI), of Chicago, IL |
| Consumer Contact | 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 |
| Last Publish Date | 2025-07-11T00:00:00 |
Overview
- Recalling FirmRacing Champions Ertl/Learning Curve Int'l., Inc. (RCE/LCI), of Chicago, IL