Additional Injuries Prompt Re-announcement of Sportsstuff Recall of Air Pumps
Released: Thursday, October 18, 2007 by CPSC
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Sportsstuff Inc., of Omaha, Neb., is voluntarily recalling about 11,000 Inflator Air Pumps (sold separately and included with “Launch Pod” Water Trampolines). The air pumps can overheat and explode during use, posing a risk of lacerations.
Recall Details
Product
Inflator Air Pumps (sold separately and included with “Launch Pod” Water Trampolines)
Description
The recalled products are air pumps with model numbers 57-1504-A and 57-1504 that are used to inflate low pressure inflatable items such as rafts and toys. The Model 57-1504-A pump was sold separately with an assortment of interlocking nozzles. The Model 57-1504 pump was sold with the Sportsstuff “Launch Pod”, an inflatable water trampoline. The model number and the date code “0104” are located on the label on the top of the pump.
Hazards
The air pumps can overheat and explode during use, posing a risk of lacerations.
Incidents
Since the
first recall announcement on January 11, 2007, 16 additional explosions have been reported. Ten consumers suffered laceration injuries, including two who required stitches.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the pumps and contact Sportsstuff for a free replacement.
-
Alternate Products
Suggest a safe alternate to this recalled product. Help others replace their recalled product with a similar item.
-
Articles
Have you found a related news article on this recall? Share the articles with the other viewers!
-
Comments
Voice your opinion on this recall. Do you have questions, concerns, or suggestions for the other viewers? Please feel free to sound off!