Mars Retail Group Recalls M&M'S-Branded Jewelry Due to Violation of Lead Standard
Recalled 2016-08-25. Choking hazard. Here is what the CPSC published, and what you are owed.
About 52,400Units
2016-08-25Recall date
None reportedInjuries
The text below is quoted from the CPSC notice word for word.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves all M&M-branded jewelry, including some children's jewelry. Recalled items include earrings, rings, bracelets and necklaces sold between May 2015 and July 2016. Jewelry items included in the recall have the M&M'S logo "M" as a charm or other feature.
- The hazard
- The jewelry can contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues.
- Injuries
- No injuries or incidents have been reported in connection with these products.
- The remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled jewelry, place the items out of the reach of children, and contact M&M'S World or visit an M&M'S World store to return the jewelry for a full refund.
The details
What a recall entitles you to
A refund, a repair or a replacement. The notice says which. It costs you
nothing and there is usually no receipt requirement.
Stop using the product first. Recalls do not expire. An old one still counts.
The full CPSC notice, including photographs, is at cpsc.gov.
Source: CPSC SaferProducts recall feed, retrieved 2026-08-06. Newest recall on file 2026-07-30.
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