Matrix Fireworks Recalls Fireworks Due to Violation of Federal Standard; Explosion and Burn Hazards
Recall 18063 · Dec 19, 2017 · Matrix Fireworks
56,200
units affected
56,200
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 18063
- Date
- Dec 19, 2017
- Company
- Matrix Fireworks
- Units affected
- 56,200
- Product
- Fireworks
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves the Jumbo Fireworks "Surprise Fountain." The recalled fireworks were sold individually and have product code JFG4279 printed on the front panel above the cautionary text. The fireworks are small red cylinder devices that measure 3 inches tall by about 1 inch wide. "Jumbo Fireworks," "Surprise Fountain," "Warning" and an image of fountains with happy faces are printed on the front.
What can happen
The recalled fireworks are overloaded with pyrotechnics intended to produce an audible effect, violating the federal regulatory standard for this product. Overloaded fireworks can result in a greater than expected explosion, posing burn and explosion hazards to consumers. The product is labeled as a fountain but functions similar to an M-80 or other large firecracker, which are illegal.
The fix
Consumers should not use the recalled fireworks and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported
- Sold at
- Matrix Fireworks of Wahpeton, N.D. from May 2017 through August 2017 for about $15.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled fireworks?
Consumers should not use the recalled fireworks and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The recalled fireworks are overloaded with pyrotechnics intended to produce an audible effect, violating the federal regulatory standard for this product. Overloaded fireworks can result in a greater than expected explosion, posing burn and explosion hazards to consumers. The product is labeled as a fountain but.
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.