Winco Fireworks Recalls Black Cat Cone Fountains Due to Fire Hazard
Recall 16207 · Jul 1, 2016 · Winco Fireworks
14,000
units affected
14,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 16207
- Date
- Jul 1, 2016
- Company
- Winco Fireworks
- Units affected
- 14,000
- Product
- Cone Fountain Fireworks
- Product type
- Fireworks
- Remedy
- Refund, Replacement
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
This recall involves Black Cat Glitter fountain cones sold in packages of three. The cones have model number BC269 printed on the bottom of the packaging. The cone-shaped fireworks devices are approximately 6 inches tall and have the Black Cat logo on the packaging. The words "Crackling Glitter," "Colorful Glitter" or "Gold Glitter" is printed in black type on the front of the cone.
What can happen
When ignited, the device can burst and spread sparks and pyrotechnic materials outward instead of upward as intended, posing fire and burn hazards to bystanders.
The fix
Consumers should immediately return the recalled fountains to the retailer where purchased for a refund or exchange.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received three reports of the devices spraying outward. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Fireworks retailers nationwide from March 2016 through June 2016 for about $9.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled cone fountain fireworks?
Consumers should immediately return the recalled fountains to the retailer where purchased for a refund or exchange.
What is the hazard?
When ignited, the device can burst and spread sparks and pyrotechnic materials outward instead of upward as intended, posing fire and burn hazards to 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.