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Surprise Eggs Recall Lawsuit | 2026 Latest Updates

In Motion Design Inc. is recalling nearly 100,000 Evermore Surprise Eggs which contain levels of lead that exceed the federal lead content ban. “Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues,” according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

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Table of contents
  1. Latest Surprise Eggs Recall Updates
  2. October 2, 2025: CPSC Announces the Recall
  3. Which Surprise Eggs Are Affected?
  4. Why Were Surprise Eggs Recalled?
  5. Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses
  6. What Should Consumers Do?
  7. Frequently Asked Questions
  8. What Are the Symptoms of Lead Poisoning in Children?
  9. What Should I Do If My Child Swallowed Part of a Recalled Surprise Egg?
  10. Can Lead Exposure from a Toy Cause Permanent Harm to a Child?
  11. Does the Recall Cover Every Evermore-Brand Product?
  12. Where Are the Recalled Surprise Eggs Manufactured?
  13. In Motion Design’s Recall Contact Hours: What Are They?
  14. References
Evermore Surprise Eggs, imported by In Motion Design Inc., are under a voluntary recall the CPSC announced on October 2, 2025. The toy airplane inside each egg contains lead above the federal lead limit. That lead is toxic to young children, CPSC says. The recall covers gold Surprise Eggs wrapped in yellow, pink or green packaging. They were sold at 7-Eleven, Horizon, Speedway and Murphy from March through April 2025 for about $10 each. Each egg holds seven toys, including the recalled airplane. Parents who bought one should stop the child from playing with it and follow the refund steps below. The recall remains open, with no closure announced and no injuries reported.
Recall at a glance
  • Action type: Voluntary recall
  • Announcement and initiation dates: October 2, 2025 (no separate initiation date given)
  • Company and responsible agency: In Motion Design Inc. (importer) and the CPSC
  • Recall or campaign number: 26-001
  • Affected models, lots, UPCs, serial numbers, or VINs: Gold eggs, yellow/pink/green wrap; 7 toys inside incl. the toy airplane; no lot, UPC or date code given
  • Number of affected units: About 98,350 units (no separate non-US figure given)
  • Sold at and sale period: 7-Eleven, Horizon, Speedway and Murphy stores nationwide, March-April 2025, about $10
  • Hazard: The toy airplane’s lead levels exceed the federal lead content ban; lead is toxic if ingested by young children
  • Reported incidents, injuries, illnesses, and deaths: None reported
  • Remedy: Refund from In Motion Design after the airplane is destroyed, photographed and disposed of per local law

Latest Surprise Eggs Recall Updates

October 2, 2025: CPSC Announces the Recall

The CPSC announced a voluntary recall of about 98,350 Evermore Surprise Eggs on October 2, 2025. Testing found the toy airplane piece inside exceeds the federal lead content ban [1]. In Motion Design, the importer, is offering refunds after consumers destroy and photograph the airplane. CPSC reports no injuries so far and has not announced any closure or update to the recall.

Which Surprise Eggs Are Affected?

The recall covers Evermore Surprise Eggs (recall number 26-001) from In Motion Design’s Evermore brand. In Motion Design Inc. is based in Paramount, California. Look for these identifying details before you use or discard one:
  • Evermore Surprise Eggs have a gold shell inside a yellow, pink or green outer wrapper. This distinguishes them from other egg toys on shelves
  • Each egg contains seven small toys, including one toy airplane, the piece found to exceed the lead limit, per CPSC
  • No lot, UPC or date code is listed in the recall notice, so check the wrapper color and the toy airplane itself

Why Were Surprise Eggs Recalled?

Surprise Eggs were recalled because CPSC’s testing found lead in the toy airplane piece. The lead exceeded the amount the federal lead content ban allows. CPSC’s notice does not describe how the lead got into the toy airplane during manufacturing, or name a specific cause. The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) says a child’s lead exposure is linked to decreased IQ and academic achievement [2]. Even below 5 micrograms per deciliter, NIEHS links blood-lead levels to increased behavioral and attention problems. At levels below 10 micrograms per deciliter, NIEHS links lead exposure to delayed puberty and reduced growth. It also links exposure to decreased hearing in children.

Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses

CPSC’s recall notice reports no incidents or injuries linked to the Evermore Surprise Eggs as of the October 2, 2025 announcement. The San Antonio Express-News reported the same count, about 98,350 eggs, and also found no injuries confirmed at that time [3]. A report of zero incidents does not mean no child was exposed. It means no consumer or doctor had filed a report with CPSC or In Motion Design by the notice date. Lead poisoning often develops slowly from repeated small exposures and may cause no obvious symptoms at first. A family that suspects exposure should still seek medical care and consider a blood lead test for young children.
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What Should Consumers Do?

Parents and caregivers who have a recalled Surprise Egg in the house should take the following steps right away, in this order:
  1. Stop letting children play with or handle the toy airplane piece inside the egg right away, even if it looks undamaged.
  2. Destroy the toy airplane completely so no child can use it again, then take a clear photo of the destroyed piece.
  3. Email the photo of the destroyed toy airplane to In Motion Design at support@in-motion-design.com. Request your refund for the egg.
  4. Dispose of the destroyed toy airplane according to your local and state rules for hazardous household waste, not regular trash pickup.
  5. Contact In Motion Design at 888-727-2476 for help with your refund. Report any safety concerns to CPSC at 800-638-2772.
  6. Watch for symptoms of lead exposure, such as abdominal pain, irritability or a loss of previously learned skills. Follow MedlinePlus guidance and contact your child’s doctor if you have concerns [4].

Frequently Asked Questions

What Are the Symptoms of Lead Poisoning in Children?

For children exposed to a recalled Surprise Egg’s toy airplane, symptoms of lead poisoning can include abdominal pain, irritability, headaches, low appetite and loss of developmental skills. Even low blood-lead levels are linked to lower IQ scores and behavioral problems. Severe cases can cause vomiting or seizures, needing emergency care.

What Should I Do If My Child Swallowed Part of a Recalled Surprise Egg?

If a child swallowed part of a recalled Surprise Egg, call 911 for severe symptoms like vomiting or seizures. For other concerns, call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222, which connects you with poisoning experts free of charge, any time.

Can Lead Exposure from a Toy Cause Permanent Harm to a Child?

Lead exposure from the recalled toy’s airplane piece can cause permanent harm to a child. Even mild lead poisoning may permanently affect attention and IQ, and children are more vulnerable than adults to long-term effects. Recovery from chronic exposure can take months to years.

Does the Recall Cover Every Evermore-Brand Product?

No, the recall does not cover every Evermore-brand product. In Motion Design also distributes Always & Forever, Chillmeister, University of Beer Pong and Sparta Enterprises. None of those product lines appear in CPSC’s recall notice.

Where Are the Recalled Surprise Eggs Manufactured?

The recalled Evermore Surprise Eggs were manufactured in China and imported into the United States by In Motion Design Inc. CPSC’s recall notice does not name the specific factory or supplier involved.

In Motion Design’s Recall Contact Hours: What Are They?

In Motion Design’s recall contact hours are 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pacific time, Monday through Friday, reachable at 888-727-2476. Consumers can also email support@in-motion-design.com at any time for refund help.

References

  1. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/In-Motion-Design-Recalls-Evermore-Surprise-Eggs-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-Violates-Federal-Lead-Content-Ban
  2. https://www.niehs.nih.gov/health/topics/agents/lead
  3. https://www.expressnews.com/news/article/recalled-refunded-a-warning-toxic-toy-excessive-21085451.php
  4. https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002473.htm