CPSC, Midwest Announce Recall of Toad Lawn Sprinklers

危险说明 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.

受影响产品

官方描述 Description

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."

事故与伤害 Incidents / Injuries

• There have been eight incidents involving the lawn balls exploding, though no injuries or property damage have been reported.

官方补救措施 Remedy

• The sprinklers should be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund.

消费者联系信息

For more information about the recall, consumers can call Midwest at (800) 776-2075 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or log onto their website at www.midwestofcannonfalls.com

相关企业

制造商：Midwest, of Cannon Falls, Minn.

制造国家/地区：China

零售商：Drug, flower, garden, and gift stores nationwide sold the sprinklers, from August 2002 through June 2003, for between $25 and $30.