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InjuryMay 3, 2005CPSC #05165

CPSC, Jake's Fireworks Inc. Announce Recall of Fireworks

Product
Fireworks & Accessories
Units affected
75,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

These 24-shot Excalibur Reloadable Artillery Shell Kits are sold in a black box with plastic windows. The shell kits are a consumer fireworks device that consists of a black plastic launch tube and twenty-four display shells in a display box. "24 shot Excalibur Reloadable Artillery Shell Kits" and "World Class Fireworks" are written on the front of the display box. Only the model 24-shot Excalibur Reloadable Artillery Shell Kits are included in this recall.

Hazard

The aerial shells are fused, shaped, and labeled in a way that could cause consumers to unintentionally place them into the launch tube upside down, resulting in a ground-level explosion. Such an explosion can cause serious injuries to consumers in close proximity of the device.

Injuries

CPSC has confirmed one incident where a consumer inadvertently placed an Excalibur shell inside a tube upside down. No injuries were reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Fireworks retailers, including display stands and tents in states permitting the sale of consumer fireworks, from Winter 2003 through Winter 2004, for about $30.

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Recalled Fireworks
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