Sportsstuff Recalls Inflator Air Pumps for Laceration Hazard

Plain-English summary

Sportsstuff Inc. is recalling approximately 11,000 inflator air pumps due to a laceration hazard. The recalled products are 2.5 PSI pumps with model numbers 57-1504-A and 57-1504, used to inflate low-pressure items such as rafts and toys. The Model No. 57-1504-A pump was sold separately with an assortment of interlocking nozzles, while the Model 57-1504 pump was sold with the Sportsstuff Launch Pod inflatable water trampoline.

The air pumps can overheat and explode during use, posing a risk of lacerations to the user and nearby consumers. Sportsstuff has received 52 reports of pumps exploding, 13 of which resulted in lacerations. 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 written on the packaging but not on the air pump itself.

The pumps were sold nationwide from January 2004 through January 2005 for about $50 through marine distributors, mail order catalogs, and sporting goods stores. The Launch Pod water trampolines that included the recalled pumps were sold at Sam's Club from January 2004 through August 2004 for about $375. Consumers should immediately stop using the pumps and contact Sportsstuff for a free replacement by calling (888) 814-8833 or visiting www.sportsstuff.com.

The recalled product

Product

Inflator Air Pumps

Manufacturer

Sportsstuff Inc., of Omaha, Neb.

Category

Consumer Product — Sports & Recreation

Hazard

• laceration
• explosion

Affected units

11,000

Distribution

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