The Various Battery-operated Light Up Toys was recalled in 2026 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) over the recalled toys violate the mandatory safety standard for children's toys because the toy contains button cell batteries that can be easily accessed by children. if button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, including internal chemical burns, and death.. If you own this product, you may be entitled to a free repair, replacement, or refund — here's exactly what to do.
What was recalled
- Various Battery-operated Light Up Toys — Units: About 124,560
This recall involves various ZMC Group battery-operated toys, including: Product Name Item # 19.4" Assorted Colors Light Up Stick 885S-01/02 Light Up Halloween Wands 777-HW Light Up Halo Flower Headband G06-2L Light Up Devil Horns Headband G03-C Light Up Polka Dot Bow Headband G01-1 LED Light Up Flying Disc UFO Lite-Up Maraca 668-23 Light Up Yo-Yo 9987B Cardpack Flashing Whistle Necklace ZS166 Packaging for the products has a label with the item number, identification of the distributor, place of manufacture, production date and batch number. The recall includes all batch numbers for the referenced products.
The hazard
The CPSC flagged the following risk:
- The recalled toys violate the mandatory safety standard for children's toys because the toy contains button cell batteries that can be easily accessed by children. If button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, including internal chemical burns, and death.
What to do if you own this product
The recall remedy:
- Consumers should stop using the toys immediately, take them away from children and contact ZMC Group for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to remove the batteries, break each component in half or write "RECALLED" or a large "X" on the product with a permanent marker, and submit a photo of the destroyed/marked pieces to recallzmctoy@gmail.com. Note: Button cell batteries are hazardous. Batteries should be disposed of or recycled by following local hazardous waste procedures.
Consumer contact: ZMC Group toll-free at 888-407-3225 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at recallzmctoy@gmail.com or www.zmcgroupinc.com and click "Recall" at the top of the page for more information.
Official CPSC recall notice: Read the full recall on CPSC.gov.
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How do I know if my Various Battery-operated Light Up Toys is part of the recall?
Check the model number and purchase date against the affected units listed above, and confirm on the official CPSC notice. If it matches, you're covered by the remedy.
Does a recall mean a free replacement?
Often yes. Recall remedies are typically a free repair, replacement, or refund — you generally don't pay, even if the product is out of warranty. Recall rights are separate from the manufacturer's warranty.
What if I already got rid of the receipt?
Many recall remedies still work with a photo of the product, the model/serial number, or a card statement. Here's how to prove a purchase without the original receipt.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). CoverKeep is not affiliated with the CPSC or any manufacturer. Always confirm details on the official recall notice.