Fireworks Over America Recalls Fireworks Due to Shock Hazard
Recall 08322 · Jul 3, 2008 · Fireworks Over America
84,250
units affected
84,250
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08322
- Date
- Jul 3, 2008
- Company
- Fireworks Over America
- Units affected
- 84,250
- Product
- Oh Chute Parachute with Streamer Fireworks
- Product type
- Fireworks & Accessories
- Hazard
- Strangulation
The product
The recalled Oh Chute Parachute with streamers is a firework item with a light blue cylinder with white clouds. The model name is printed in triplicate on the front of the tube and FOA #2085 is on the lower back of the tube. This item is sold separately or in a box of four.
What can happen
The parachutes can become entangled in overhead power lines causing a shock hazard to users and bystanders.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to either the place of purchase or Fireworks Over America for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Fireworks Over America has received one report of entanglement, in which a consumer's hand was burned and shocked.
- Sold at
- Various fireworks stores nationwide from April 2007 through June 2008 for about $2.50 each and $8 a box.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled oh chute parachute with streamer fireworks?
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to either the place of purchase or Fireworks Over America for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The parachutes can become entangled in overhead power lines causing a shock hazard to users and bystanders.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.