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Toy Boats Recalled Due to Burn Hazard

⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately

This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.

Category
Units Affected
200,000
Recall Date
October 15, 2008
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Fire Or Burn
Dollar General Nationwide From March 2008 Through July 2008 For $3 Each. recall product photo 1

CPSC Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4960.

The recalled toy speed boats are lightweight plastic toy boats supported by an inflatable hull with "outboard" motors on them. The motor uses two AA batteries. The toy boat measures about 12 inches long by 8 inches wide and comes in various colors and designs.

Corrective Action (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4960.

Consumers should take these toys away from young children and return them to any Dollar General store for a full refund.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Dollar General Nationwide From March 2008 Through July 2008 For $3 Each. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.

Consumer Contact (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4960.

For additional information, contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dollargeneral.com

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Dollar General Nationwide From March 2008 Through July 2008 For $3 Each. Recall FAQ

Dollar General Nationwide From March 2008 Through July 2008 For $3 Each. is the subject of a toys recall: Toy Boats Recalled Due to Burn Hazard. The notice was published on October 15, 2008 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 200,000 units are potentially affected.