Winco Fireworks Recalls Black Cat "Cat Mobiles" Due to Explosion, Burn and Projectile Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2019-07-10). Hazards: fire, burn, explosion. Models: BC396. About 21,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 19163 |
| Published | 2019-07-10 |
| Last updated | 2019-07-10 |
| Products | Cat Mobile Fireworks |
| Firm named in the title | Winco Fireworks |
| Firms | Winco Fireworks International, of Grandview, Mo. (importer); Winco Fireworks International, of Grandview, Mo. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 21,000 |
| Model numbers | BC396 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn, explosion |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Pyro City, Fireworks Supermarket and other Black Cat Fireworks outlets nationwide from April 2019 through June 2019 for about $7. |
Description
This recall involves the Black Cat branded "Cat Mobile" fireworks with model number BC396. This device is shaped like a black mobile vehicle with red headlights and whistles when lit and shoots sparks while moving on the ground. The Black Cat logo is printed on the outside of the product packaging in the left top corner. "Cat" is printed in white lettering and "Mobile" is printed in yellow lettering on the products packaging.
Hazard
When ignited, the device can burst and spread sparks and pyrotechnic materials upward and outward instead of on the ground as intended, posing explosion, burn and projectile hazards to bystanders.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately return the recalled Cat Mobile fireworks to the retailer where purchased for a refund or exchange.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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