Turtle Sprinklers

CPSC Recall #08-026 — October 11, 2007

Recall #08-026 Date: October 11, 2007 Remedy: Refund

Product

Turtle Sprinklers

Description

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Ross Stores Inc., Pleasanton, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 1,800 Turtle Sprinklers. The turtle's body can fill with water, causing it to crack or explode, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.Name of Product: Turtle SprinklersUnits: About 1,800Importer: Ross Stores Inc., Pleasanton, Calif.Hazard: The turtle's body can fill with water, causing it to crack or explode, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received one report of the turtle sprinkler cracking. No injuries have been reported.Description: The turtle sprinkler is made of plastic resin and measures about 6 ½ inches tall. The SKU number 400022708494 is printed on a label located on the underside of the sprinkler.Sold at: Ross Stores and dd's Discounts nationwide from March 2007 through September 2007 for about $9.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should stop using the sprinkler immediately, and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.Consumer Contact: For further information, contact Ross toll-free at (877) 455-7677 anytime Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.rossstores.com.  

Hazard

The turtle's body can fill with water, causing it to crack or explode, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Incidents / Injuries

The firm has received one report of the turtle sprinkler cracking. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the sprinkler immediately, and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Units Affected

About 1,800

Sold At

Ross Stores and dd's Discounts nationwide from March 2007 through September 2007 for about $9.

Importer

Ross Stores Inc., Pleasanton, Calif.

Manufactured In

China