CPSC2001-05-22
CPSC, Spin Master Toys Announce Recall of Water Rocket Toys
Spin Master Toys, of Ontario, Canada
Hazard
The rockets, once propelled from the launcher, can fly rapidly in unpredictable directions, and can hit and injure children.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled water rocket toys immediately and call Spin Master Toys to to receive a replacement rocket.
Sold at
Major department stores, wholesale clubs and specialty stores, including WalMart, Toys R US, and Costco nationwide sold the rockets, from January 2001 through March 2001, for about $20.
Affected count
About 108,000
Injuries reported
Spin Master Toys has received five reports of the rockets striking children, including a report of a child being hit by the rocket in the head.
Products
Splash Blast Water Rockets
Consumer contact
Consumers may call Spin Master Toys at (800) 622-8339 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday to receive a replacement rocket. Consumers also can visit the firm's web site at www.spinmaster.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Spin-Master-Toys-Announce-Recall-of-Water-Rocket-ToysDon't want to check this manually?
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