Ross Stores Recalls Turtle Sprinklers Due to Laceration Hazard
Recall 08026 · Oct 12, 2007 · Ross Stores
1,800
units affected
1,800
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08026
- Date
- Oct 12, 2007
- Company
- Ross Stores
- Units affected
- 1,800
- Product
- Turtle Sprinklers
- Product type
- Sprinklers (Lawn)
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The turtle sprinkler is made of plastic resin and measures about 6½ inches tall. The SKU number 400022708494 is printed on a label located on the underside of the sprinkler.
What can happen
The turtle's body can fill with water, causing it to crack or explode, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the sprinkler immediately and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received one report of the turtle sprinkler cracking. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Ross Stores and dd's Discounts nationwide from March 2007 through September 2007 for about $9.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled turtle sprinklers?
Consumers should stop using the sprinkler immediately and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The turtle's body can fill with water, causing it to crack or explode, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
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.