Walmart products recalled nationwide over ‘lead poisoning hazard’
Walmart issued nationwide recalls for multiple products on Thursday because of risks ranging from lead poisoning and eye injuries to entrapment and drowning.
The SPPTTY Kids 14- and 18-inch Bicycles were recalled because of excessive lead levels in multiple components, posing a risk of lead poisoning. Simultaneously, approximately 850,000 Ozark Trail 64 oz Stainless Steel Insulated Water Bottles were pulled after reports that defective lids could forcefully eject and cause serious injuries, including permanent vision loss in two cases. In a separate recall, Tooetoy Pool Drain Covers were withdrawn from the market for violating federal pool safety standards.
All the products were sold online at Walmart.com, Walmart said, and the water bottles were also available in Walmart stores nationwide, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The drain covers were also sold on Amazon.com.
Left, a SPPTTY Kids 14-inch Bicycle and, right, an Ozark Trail 64 oz stainless steel insulated water bottle.
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Why It Matters
The bikes violate federal lead content and paint bans, which aim to protect children from toxic exposure. Lead ingestion in children is linked to irreversible health impacts, including developmental delays and neurological damage, as outlined by federal health guidelines.
What to Know
The SPPTTY Kids 14- and 18-inch Bicycles, imported and sold exclusively at Walmart.com between August and December 2024 at roughly $85 per unit, were recalled because their components contain lead levels that surpass federal safety limits. The black paint on accompanying bicycle pumps also exceeded federal lead limits for paint. The affected bicycles are pink with distinctive brown seats, handlebars, pedals, and baskets. The products were manufactured in China by Shenzhen Yihuachuang Technology, doing business as SPPTTY.
No incidents or injuries from the bicycles had been reported at the time of the recall. Federal law prohibits any children’s product or component part from containing more than 100 parts per million (ppm) of total lead content by weight.
According to the CPSC “Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues,” with long-term consequences including developmental and behavioral disorders.
Buyers are urged to discontinue use immediately and contact the importer for a full refund. Shenzhen Yihuachuang Technology requires consumers to dismantle the bike, submit a photograph of proof, and then dispose of the unit before a refund is processed.
Left, a Tooetoy Pool Drain Cover and, right, a lid from an Ozark Trail 64 oz stainless steel insulated water bottle.
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Walmart’s recall of 850,000 Ozark Trail 64 oz Stainless Steel Insulated Water Bottles came after the CPSC received three reports of consumers being seriously injured by ejected lids upon opening bottles that had stored food or perishable beverages. Two victims lost their vision after being struck in the eye. The affected bottles are silver with black screw-top lids and feature the Ozark Trail logo. While the model number 83-662 appears on packaging, it is not printed on the physical bottle.
The bottles, imported by Olympia Tools International and Walmart, have been sold exclusively at Walmart stores and online since 2017 for about $15 per unit. Shoppers are instructed to return the product to any Walmart store for a full refund.
Tooetoy Pool Drain Covers were also listed on Walmart’s product recall page on July 10 and also sold on Amazon between April and May for about $22, the CPSC said. These plastic drain covers, marketed as replacements for in-ground pool drains, do not comply with the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act—a federal law enacted to prevent entrapment and drowning in pools and spas.
The cover’s design can trap swimmers under water, posing a fatal drowning risk, especially to children, according to the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the covers immediately and dispose of them. Refund instructions are available through the Tooetoy brand contact page or the CPSC.
No injuries or deaths have yet been reported, but the CPSC stresses the urgency of compliance because of the potential severity of the hazard.
What People Are Saying
Walmart says in a statement on its product recall webpage: “Walmart and Sam’s Club are committed to the health and safety of our customers and members and to providing products that are safe and compliant, all supported by our health and wellness, product safety, and food safety professionals. In the event of a product recall, we work swiftly to block the item from being sold and remove it from our stores and clubs.”
What Happens Next
Consumers who need further assistance are encouraged to contact Walmart customer service at 800-925-6278 or visit official recall information web pages for updates.
The CPSC recommends that anyone who encounters issues with the recall process file a complaint through the CPSC website.
