October 16, 2008
Dollar General Merchandising has recalled about 200,000 battery operated toy "Speed Boats." The two battery terminals can come into contact with each other, causing the battery to overheat, posing a burn hazard. Dollar General has received two reports of the batteries overheating. No injuries have been reported.
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. The toys were made in China and sold at Dollar General nationwide from March 2008 through July 2008 for $3 each.
Consumers should take these toys away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or replacement product. 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.
To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09012.html
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