The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·04212·Announced 2004-09-09

Hasbro Recalls Super Soaker Monster Rockets Due to Injury Risk

Hasbro is recalling about 230,000 Super Soaker Monster Rockets because the water tank cap can fly off or the rocket can strike users, causing injuries.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where injury has been reported (concussion, cuts requiring stitches), but no fatalities or severe injuries are noted, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for reported injuries without critical outcomes.

Plain-English summary

Hasbro Inc. is recalling approximately 230,000 Super Soaker Monster Rockets sold nationwide from January 2004 through August 2004. The product is a 7-foot inflatable mylar water rocket with a blue and orange launch base and a water pressure tank. The recall was initiated because the orange cap on the water tank can unexpectedly and forcibly project off when quickly unscrewed, posing a risk of impact injuries to users or bystanders. Additionally, the rocket's tail can strike a user or bystander on descent if the rocket is not fully launched.

Hasbro has received four reports of the cap being unexpectedly projected off, resulting in three injuries, including a slight concussion and a cut requiring stitches. The company also received four reports of children being struck by the descending rocket, including three cuts that required stitches. The rockets were sold at Toys 'R' Us, Wal-Mart, Target, KB Toys, and other toy retailers for about $30.

Consumers should stop using the rockets immediately and contact Hasbro to receive a replacement product of equal value. Consumers can contact Hasbro toll-free at (866) 487-4737 or visit www.hasbro.com for more information.

The recalled product

Product
Super Soaker Monster Rocket
Manufacturer
Hasbro Inc., of Pawtucket, R.I.
Category
Consumer Product — Toys
Hazard
Affected units
230,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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