Sportsstuff Inc. Recalls Air Pumps for Laceration Hazard
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The hazard
These air pumps can overheat and explode during use, posing a risk of lacerations to the user and nearby consumers.
Incidents reported: Sportsstuff has received 52 reports of pumps exploding, 13 of which resulted in lacerations.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately stop using the pumps and contact Sportsstuff for a free replacement.
Contact: Call Sportsstuff toll-free at (888) 814-8833 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.sportsstuff.com
About this recall
The recalled products are 2.5 PSI pumps with model numbers 57-1504-A and 57-1504 that are used to inflate low pressure inflatable items such as rafts and toys. The Model No. 57-1504-A pump was sold separately with an assortment of interlocking nozzles to adapt to a number of needs. The Model 57-1504 pump was sold with the Sportsstuff Launch Pod, an inflatable water trampoline sold under Sportsstuff number 58-1002. The model number and the date code "0104" are located on the Underwriters' Laboratories label on the top of each pump. "2.5 PSI" was not written on the air pump, but was written on the packaging.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC