Serious Spinout fireworks

CPSC Recall #17-229 — September 20, 2017

Recall Summary

Recall Number17-229
Recall DateSeptember 20, 2017
Remedy TypeRefund
Units AffectedAbout 13,050
ManufacturerFireworks Over America, Springfield, MO.
ImporterFireworks Over America, Springfield, MO.
Manufactured InChina

Where It Was Sold

Fireworks Over America wholesale distribution centers and retail fireworks stores
tents
and stands nationwide from October 2016 through July 2017 for about $10.

Product

Serious Spinout fireworks

Description

This recall involves all Fireworks Over America Serious Spinout multi-effect fireworks sold both individually and by the case. Recalled fireworks have product code FOA 2773 printed on the back panel in the lower right hand corner. The fireworks consist of eight tubes wrapped in colorful paper. The tubes are bundled together to form a "cake" that measures 6 inches tall by about 4  inches wide. "Serious Spinout,” "Warning” and an image of two yellow cars are printed on the front panel.

Hazard

The lit firework can tip over and fire shells at bystanders, posing burn, fire and impact hazards to consumers.

Incidents & Injuries

Fireworks Over America has received one incident report of the device tipping over while firing. No injury was reported.

Remedy Instructions

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireworks and contact Fireworks Over America for a full refund.

What Should You Do?

Stop using this product immediately. Contact the manufacturer for a Refund at no charge. If you experienced an injury, report it at SaferProducts.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Follow the consumer action instructions in the recall notice above. Most recalls require you to stop using the product and contact the manufacturer directly — either by calling the toll-free number listed in the official CPSC notice or by visiting the manufacturer's website. You generally do not need a receipt or original packaging to claim a remedy. The manufacturer is legally required to provide the remedy (Refund) at no cost to you.

If the product caused a fire or burn injury, document the incident with photos and preserve the product if it is safe to do so. Report the incident to the CPSC at SaferProducts.gov and to your local fire department. Contact the manufacturer to inform them of the incident — they are required to track and report injuries to CPSC. You may also want to consult a personal injury attorney, as fire and burn injuries caused by defective products can be grounds for a product liability claim against the manufacturer.

In most cases, no. CPSC-coordinated recall remedies are designed to be accessible without proof of purchase. Manufacturers typically ask consumers to self-certify ownership and may ask for photos of the product or its serial number. Some manufacturers request that you mail in a portion of the product (such as a cut cord or removed component) as proof of disposal. Check the specific remedy instructions for this recall for exact requirements. If you registered your product at the time of purchase, the process is usually even simpler.

If the original manufacturer has gone out of business, the recall remedy may no longer be available through them. In this case, contact CPSC directly at 1-800-638-2772 or cpsc.gov for guidance. If the brand was acquired by another company, the acquiring company may have assumed recall obligations. In some cases where a remedy is unavailable, CPSC advises consumers to safely dispose of the product. If you were injured by the product of a defunct company, consult a product liability attorney — parent companies, distributors, and retailers may still bear liability in some circumstances.