Moderate Recalled July 2, 2003 About 22,700 units Updated June 12, 2025

CPSC, American Promotional Events Inc. Announce Recall of Fireworks

The hazard

The firework device has a defective base and can break during launch. If reused, the launching device could then send fireworks in unintended directions, possible causing injury.

Incidents reported: There have been two reports of the base of these fireworks devices breaking. No injuries were reported.

What to do now

Return the entire firework device to the retailer for a refund or contact TNT for further directions.

Contact: American Promotional Events Inc. (TNT) at (800) 243-1189 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

About this recall

The firework device consists of a black base with a multicolored PVC material tube having approximate dimensions of 11 inches high by 1.25 inches in diameter. Each product is sold with six shells with fuses. The product is labeled "Model No. CP983," "Item No 460070," "TNT," and "#1 SELLING BRAND."

Product photos

Recalled "TNT" Reloadable Tube Fireworks
Recalled "TNT" Reloadable Tube Fireworks

Photos: U.S. CPSC