Nintendo Recalls Lapel Pins Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
Character-themed lapel pins
Date of Recall
2008-04-29CPSC Release Number
08-257Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(800) 431-0971Units
About 71,000Distributor
Nintendo of America Inc., of Redmond, Wash.Importer
Pro Source Inc., of Troutdale, Ore.Sold By
Nintendo stores in Redmond, Washington and New York, NY between April 2004 and November 2007 for between $1.50 and $4. The recalled lapel pins were also distributed to employees at electronics and game stores nationwide from April 2004 through November 2007.Problem/Hazard
The metal lapel pin contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.Injuries/Incidents
None reported.Description
The recalled lapel pins have images depicting 12 video game characters. The lapel pins vary in size, ranging from 1- to 2- inches in height. The characters Diddy Kong, Donkey Kong, Kirby, Mario, Mario Kart, Pikachu, Princess Peach, Samus, Starfox, Waluigi and Wario were sold individually. Mario, Princess Peach and Samus were also sold as a set.Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop wearing the lapel pins and contact Nintendo to receive a free replacement lapel pin.Consumer Contact
For more information, consumers can contact Nintendo at (800) 431-0971 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site www.nintendo.comRecall Comments
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