Super Lightning Rocket Fireworks Recalled by Big Fireworks Due to Risk of Burn
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-06-29). Hazards: burn, explosion, non compliance. About 4,700 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10281 |
| Published | 2010-06-29 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Fireworks & Accessories |
| Products | Super Lightning Rockets |
| Firm named in the title | Big Fireworks |
| Firms | Big Fireworks, of Lansing, Mich. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 4,700 |
| Hazard classes | burn, explosion, non compliance |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Fireworks stands and stores in Florida, Indiana, Pennsylvania and Michigan from November 2009 through June 2010 for about $20. |
Description
This recall involves stick-type rockets with 1 1/2-inch in diameter engine that is mounted on 32-inch wood stick. The engine is wrapped in black paper with a background of solar system and the writing "Super Rocket," in assorted colors. The rockets were sold in packs of four, and have item number GCR3150 printed on the front of the package and on the rocket engine.
Hazard
The rockets are overloaded with pyrotechnic composition, violating the federal regulatory standard for this product. This could result in a greater than expected explosion, posing a risk of burns and bodily harm to nearby consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireworks and contact Big Fireworks for instructions on how to receive a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Machine access
This record, with every extracted field, the source record (contact text and images withheld) and provenance: GET https://api.data.aroqon.com/v1/product-recalls/cpsc-10281. Look up a model number or UPC with /v1/product-recalls/lookup?code=…. About the dataset · free and paid keys.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice (US Government work). Not affiliated with or endorsed by CPSC. Structured by Data Foundry (product-recall-structuring@2); last changed 2026-09-28. Always confirm with the agency notice.