Recalls / 2007-01-11

Sportsstuff Inc. Recalls Air Pumps for Laceration Hazard

07078 · Recalled 2007-01-11 · CPSC page

Description

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.

Hazards

These air pumps can overheat and explode during use, posing a risk of lacerations to the user and nearby consumers.

Reported injuries

Sportsstuff has received 52 reports of pumps exploding, 13 of which resulted in lacerations.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the pumps and contact Sportsstuff for a free replacement.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Inflator Air Pumps		About 11,000

Parties

Importer: Sportsstuff Inc., of Omaha, Neb.
Made in: China
Sold at: Marine distributors, mail order catalogs, sporting good

Consumer 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

Source: CPSC recall 07078. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.