CPSC2015-11-17
PetSmart Recalls Top Fin Betta Bowl Kits Due to Laceration Hazard
PetSmart Inc., of Phoenix, Ariz.
Hazard
The glass bowl can crack, shatter or break during normal handling, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled betta bowls, safely dispose of the glass bowl and return the plastic base with power cord and adapter to any PetSmart store for a full refund.
Sold at
PetSmart stores nationwide and online at www.petsmart.com from September 2013 through October 2015 for about $25.
Affected count
About 148,000 (in addition, about 8,000 sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
The firm has received seven reports of incidents, including five reports of cuts to fingers and hands.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Top Fin Betta Bowl Kit with LED Light
Consumer contact
PetSmart toll-free at 888-839-9638 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or online at www.petsmart.com and click on "Product Recalls" listed under "Shop With Us" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/PetSmart-Recalls-Top-Fin-Betta-Bowl-KitsDon't want to check this manually?
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