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InjuryNovember 17, 2015CPSC #16038

PetSmart Expands Recall of Fish Bowls Due to Laceration Hazard

Product
Aquariums or Accessories
Units affected
81,300
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves the 1.75-gallon glass fish bowl that is shaped like a brandy snifter. These fish bowls were sold under the Grreat Choice or Top Fin brand names with SKU number 5140161 and UPC code 737257187092. The SKU and UPC codes are printed on a white sticker on the bottom of the fish bowl.

Hazard

The glass fish bowls can crack, shatter or break during normal handling, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Injuries

PetSmart has received 20 new reports of the glass fish bowl breaking during normal use, including 14 additional reports of cuts to fingers and hands. Seven cuts required stitches and three others required surgery for lacerated tendons.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • PetSmart stores nationwide from March 2010 through September 2013 for about $20.

Photos

Grreat Choice or Top Fin glass fish bowlLabel on Grreat Choice fish bowlsUPC code on fish bowls
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