CPSC2007-03-28
Inflator Pumps Recalled By Stearns Inc. Due to Laceration Hazard
Stearns Inc., of St. Cloud, Minn. (Note: The original importer, Sevylor Inc., was recently acquired by Stearns Inc.)
Hazard
The inflator pumps can explode during use, ejecting sharp plastic parts and posing a serious laceration hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers are asked to return their inflator pump to nearest West Marine or BoatU.S. store for a full refund.
Sold at
West Marine and BoatU.S. stores and through direct sales nationwide from August 2003 through January 2007 for about $60.
Affected count
About 1,400
Injuries reported
Stearns has received three reports of pumps exploding. One consumer reported lacerations and two fractured ribs. Two other consumers received minor lacerations to the face and chest.
Manufactured in
China
Products
West Marine Inflator Pumps
Consumer contact
For more information consumers can contact West Marine or BoatU.S. at (800) 262-8464 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.westmarine.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Inflator-Pumps-Recalled-By-Stearns-Inc-Due-to-Laceration-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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