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AAFES RECALL  NO. 09-039
RELEASE DATE:
20 March 2009
SUBJECT: QA HAZARDOUS RECALL – Zebco Recalls Children's Fishing Poles

Zebco Brands, of Tulsa, OK, is recalling Children’s Fishing Poles due to violation of Lead in Paint Standard.

Scope: CONUS

Name of Product: Children’s Fishing Poles, Made in China.

Units Involved: 2700. AAFES stores received 333 units. UPC 032 784 583 110

Hazard: The paint on the reels of these fishing poles contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: This recall involves Zebco Advanced Youth Fishing Rod & Reel combo sets. The reels are painted orange and have the words “Zebco” and “ZAVS 10” on the reel handle. Only spinning reels are involved in this recall.

Sold at: Discount, department and sporting good stores nationwide from August 2007 through December 2008.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the fishing poles away from children and contact Zebco for information on receiving a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Zebco at (800) 588-9030 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.zebco.com

Click Here to view the detailed CPSC recall message.


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