Safety regulator, Midwest Announce Recall of Toad Lawn Sprinklers
Recall 03159 · Jul 17, 2003 · Midwest
4,000
units affected
4,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 03159
- Date
- Jul 17, 2003
- Company
- Midwest
- Units affected
- 4,000
- Product
- Toad Lawn Ball Sprinkler
- Product type
- Sprinklers (Lawn)
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The green, frog-shaped sprinkler is 6-1/2 inches long, 6-1/2 inches wide and 7 inches tall. The recalled lawn balls have a label on the bottom that includes the model number 738449 508893 and the words, "Made in China."
What can happen
A small hose inside the toad can fail, allowing water to fill the toad's cavity. The increased water pressure can cause the toad to explode, posing the risk of injury to anyone nearby.
The fix
The sprinklers should be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- There have been eight incidents involving the lawn balls exploding, though no injuries or property damage have been reported.
- Sold at
- Drug, flower, garden, and gift stores nationwide sold the sprinklers, from August 2002 through June 2003, for between $25 and $30.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled toad lawn ball sprinkler?
The sprinklers should be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
A small hose inside the toad can fail, allowing water to fill the toad's cavity. The increased water pressure can cause the toad to explode, posing the risk of injury to anyone nearby.
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.