CPSC, BJ Alan Co. Announce Recall of Mammoth Smoke Fountain Fireworks
CPSC recall 05588 · announced July 13, 2005 · Bj Alan Co · 3,000 units affected
The product
The products are smoke-producing novelty devices packaged in a 4.5-inch-long cylindrical tube. "MAMMOTH SMOKE" is written on the side of the devices in blue and yellow. They were sold in sets with other types of fireworks.
The hazard
The device can unexpectedly propel on the ground or unintentionally explode during use, posing a risk of burn injuries to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact BJ Alan Co. for a replacement product.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): BJ Alan Co. has received two reports of incidents in which the product propelled on ground or exploded. One incident resulted in a minor burn to a consumer's foot.
Sold at: Fireworks stands and stores nationwidem, from April 2003 through June 2005. The Phantom variety pack sold for about $6 and the Storm Chaser assortment tray sold for about $17.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact BJ Alan Co. at (800) 777-1691 between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET, or visit the firm's Web site at www.Fireworks.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.