October 11, 2007

J.C. Penney Recalls Breyer Stirrup Ornaments 

Name of Product: Breyer 2006 Stirrup Ornaments

Units: About 2,400

Importer: J.C. Penney, of Plano, Texas

Hazard: Surface paints on the ornaments contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Description: The recall involves a stirrup-shaped ornament with a white prancing horse and blue ribbons. “2006” is stamped on the rim of the ornament.

Sold through: The J.C. Penney catalog and Web site from August 2006 through August 2007 for about $18.

Remedy: Consumers should keep the ornament away from young children and return it to any J.C. Penney store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For further information, contact J.C. Penney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime, or visit the firm’s Web site at http://www.jcpenney.net/guide/safety/N2_pr_recalls/index.htm