Fireworks recall: Shock Hazard
Fireworks Over America Recalls Fireworks Due to Shock Hazard
Why was Fireworks recalled?
The parachutes can become entangled in overhead power lines causing a shock hazard to users and bystanders.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to either the place of purchase or Fireworks Over America for a full refund. Contact: For additional information, contact Fireworks Over America at (800) 345-3957 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m, CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.fireworksoveramerica.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Oh Chute Parachute with Streamer Fireworks
- Company
- Fireworks Over America, of Springfield, Mo.
- Quantity
- About 84,250
- Sold at
- Various fireworks stores nationwide from April 2007 through June 2008 for about $2.50 each and $8 a box.
- Recall date
- July 3, 2008
- Incidents / injuries
- Fireworks Over America has received one report of entanglement, in which a consumer's hand was burned and shocked.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recalled Oh Chute Parachute with streamers is a firework item with a light blue cylinder with white clouds. The model name is printed in triplicate on the front of the tube and FOA #2085 is on the lower back of the tube. This item is sold separately or in a box of four.