Recalls / 2014-04-24
PetSmart Recalls Fish Bowls Due to Laceration Hazard
14155 · Recalled 2014-04-24 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves the 1.75-gallon glass fish bowl that is shaped like a brandy snifter. These fish bowls were sold under the Great Choice or Top Fin brand names with SKU number 5140161 and UPC code 737257187092. The SKU and UPC codes are printed on a white sticker on the bottom of the fish bowl.
Hazards
The glass fish bowls can crack, shatter or break during normal handling, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Reported injuries
PetSmart has received 10 reports of the glass fish bowl breaking during normal use, including five reports of cuts to fingers and a knee. Four of the cuts required stitches. One required surgery for a lacerated tendon in a consumer's finger.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the fish bowl and return it to any PetSmart store for a full refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Glass fish bowls | About 10,200 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Shanghai Freeart Trading Co. Ltd.
- Importer
- PetSmart Inc., of Phoenix, Ariz.
- Distributor
- PetSmart Inc., of Phoenix, Ariz.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- PetSmart from February 2013 through September 2013 for about $20.
Consumer contact
PetSmart toll-free at (888) 839-9638 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or online at www.petsmart.com and click on About PetSmart at the bottom of the page, then click on Product Notices and Recalls for more information.
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Source: CPSC recall 14155. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.