Dread Pirate coffee table game

CPSC Recall #04-144 — May 26, 2004

Recall Summary

Recall Number04-144
Recall DateMay 26, 2004
Remedy TypeReplace
Units Affected2,000
ManufacturerFront Porch Classics of Seattle, Washington
ImporterFront Porch Classics of Seattle, Washington
Manufactured InChina

Where It Was Sold

Approximately 170 toy and game stores
online and catalog vendors
and gift stores sold the "Dread Pirate" games from October 2003 through March 2004 for about $100.

Product

Dread Pirate coffee table game

Description

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Front Porch Classics of Seattle, Washington, is voluntarily recalling Dread Pirate coffee table games. The surface coating and the metal in the ships contain lead and pose a risk of lead poisoning to young children. A child could ingest lead by swallowing a broken part of the ship or by repeatedly mouthing the ships.Name of product: Dread Pirate coffee table gameUnits: 2,000Manufacturer/Importer: Front Porch Classics of Seattle, WashingtonHazard: The surface coating and the metal in the ships contain lead and pose a risk of lead poisoning to young children. A child could ingest lead by swallowing a broken part of the ship or by repeatedly mouthing the ships.Incidents/Injuries: None reported.Description: The "Old Century Dread Pirate™" coffee table game has many playing pieces illustrating pirates, ships, coins, and treasure. This recall covers all games with lot numbers 75, 79, and 81. The lot numbers are on the bottom of the "treasure chest."Sold at: Approximately 170 toy and game stores, online and catalog vendors, and gift stores sold the "Dread Pirate" games from October 2003 through March 2004 for about $100.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Take the recalled "Dread Pirate" ships away from children immediately and call Front Porch for free replacement toy ships that do not contain lead and will not break.Consumer Contact: Call Front Porch at (800) 526-0314 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. (PT) Monday through Friday. Or visit the company's website: www.frontporchclassics.com.

Hazard

The surface coating and the metal in the ships contain lead and pose a risk of lead poisoning to young children. A child could ingest lead by swallowing a broken part of the ship or by repeatedly mouthing the ships.

Incidents & Injuries

None reported.

Remedy Instructions

Take the recalled "Dread Pirate" ships away from children immediately and call Front Porch for free replacement toy ships that do not contain lead and will not break.

What Should You Do?

Stop using this product immediately. Contact the manufacturer for a Replace at no charge. If you experienced an injury, report it at SaferProducts.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Follow the consumer action instructions in the recall notice above. Most recalls require you to stop using the product and contact the manufacturer directly — either by calling the toll-free number listed in the official CPSC notice or by visiting the manufacturer's website. You generally do not need a receipt or original packaging to claim a remedy. The manufacturer is legally required to provide the remedy (Replace) at no cost to you.

Yes. If you were injured by a defective consumer product — whether recalled or not — you may have grounds for a product liability claim against the manufacturer and potentially the retailer. A recall notice can serve as evidence that the manufacturer was aware of the defect. Injuries that may support a claim include burns, lacerations, fractures, electric shock, choking incidents, and chemical exposure. Most product liability attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. Consult an attorney promptly, as statutes of limitation vary by state.

In most cases, no. CPSC-coordinated recall remedies are designed to be accessible without proof of purchase. Manufacturers typically ask consumers to self-certify ownership and may ask for photos of the product or its serial number. Some manufacturers request that you mail in a portion of the product (such as a cut cord or removed component) as proof of disposal. Check the specific remedy instructions for this recall for exact requirements. If you registered your product at the time of purchase, the process is usually even simpler.

If the original manufacturer has gone out of business, the recall remedy may no longer be available through them. In this case, contact CPSC directly at 1-800-638-2772 or cpsc.gov for guidance. If the brand was acquired by another company, the acquiring company may have assumed recall obligations. In some cases where a remedy is unavailable, CPSC advises consumers to safely dispose of the product. If you were injured by the product of a defunct company, consult a product liability attorney — parent companies, distributors, and retailers may still bear liability in some circumstances.