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Filed Under Articles, Product Recalls, Toy Safety

The popular toymaker responsible for the lovable Thomas the Train wooden toy line is settling the class action lawsuit over the lead paint recall fiasco last year at the bargain price of $30 Million plus a nice little $2.9 Million in legal fees.

RC2′s (RCRC) proposed settlement received preliminary approval in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Ill., Tuesday. It calls for reimbursements for hundreds of thousands of consumers and improved product safety, which RC2 says it has implemented.

Consumers would be reimbursed in cash for recalled toys or offered a replacement plus a bonus toy if they prefer. Customers who lack toys and proof of purchase can get $15 coupons.

Source: USA Today

Posted by: SafeMama Kathy on January 23, 2008

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2 Responses to “Thomas the Train Paying $30 Million for Lead”

Linda Pinson on February 8th, 2008 6:13 am

Hello,
I would like to know if Thomas the Train Ultrasonic Humidifier is a safe product. I am considering buying it as a birthday gift for my 4 year old nephew. I read reviews on a Target website and there were more negative reviews than positive ones. I would like to hear your reviews on this product before I make the purchase (If I decide to do so).
Thank you,
Linda Pinson
Kathy on February 8th, 2008 2:04 pm

I haven’t had any personal experience with the product myself so I
wouldn’t be sure. My best advice is to check on
thehttp://www.cpsc.gov/ website to see if a product you’re interested
in has been recalled to ensure it’s safety.

I’ve used the Crane animal humidifiers for my son and like those.