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InjuryApril 24, 2014CPSC #14155

PetSmart Recalls Fish Bowls Due to Laceration Hazard

Product
Aquariums or Accessories
Units affected
10,200
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 Great 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 10 reports of the glass fish bowl breaking during normal use, including five reports of cuts to fingers and a knee. Four of the cuts required stitches. One required surgery for a lacerated tendon in a consumer's finger.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

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

Photos

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