Dollar General recalls metal heart-shaped pendants
Goodlettsville-based Dollar General agreed with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission to recall the pendants, which are silver-colored, ribbed on the front, hollow on the back and hangs on a pink suede cord with a silver-colored clasp.
The pendants were sold at Dollar General stores nationwide from May 2003 through April 2005 for about $1.
Consumers should take these necklaces away from children immediately and return them to Dollar General stores for a refund.
The pendants pose a serious risk to children. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and retardation.
Dollar General has set up a toll-free number, 800-678-9258 for consumers with questions. Information is also available at the company’s Web site, www.dollargeneral.com.