The Recall Desk
SevereCPSC·93087·Announced 1993-06-27

China Pyrotechnics Recalls Two Fireworks Display Devices for Tipping Hazard

China Pyrotechnics is recalling Magnum Force and Gold Rush fireworks because they may tip over and fire horizontally, posing a risk of serious injury.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The source text explicitly states the hazard may result in 'death or serious injury' and cites fatalities from similar devices, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating (score 4) due to significant injury reports and structural defect risk.

Plain-English summary

China Pyrotechnics, Inc. is voluntarily recalling approximately 6,811 units of "Magnum Force" and "Gold Rush" seven-shot fireworks display devices. These devices were manufactured in China and sold by American Importers in Alabama, Kansas, and South Carolina between January 1993 and June 1993. The devices consist of seven tubes with a single connecting fuse and were sold for retail prices of $19.99 and $21.99, respectively.

The recall is being issued because the fireworks display devices may tip over during operation. If this occurs, the devices may fire the charges horizontally or at various angles, which could result in death or serious injury to persons nearby. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is not aware of any incidents involving these specific devices, but the agency notes that two incidents involving larger multiple-shot devices from other firms resulted in fatalities when the devices tipped over.

Consumers are urged to stop using these fireworks devices immediately. They should return the devices to the stores or stands where they were purchased for a full refund. If the original point of sale is closed or if consumers have questions, they can contact China Pyrotechnics, Inc. toll-free at 1-800-243-1189.

The recalled product

Product
Gold Rush seven-shot fireworks display devices
Manufacturer
American Importers
Category
Consumer Product — Fireworks
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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