CPSCGeneral Alert
Fireworks Over America Recalls Fireworks Due to Shock Hazard
Published: July 3, 2008Recall ID: 08322Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The parachutes can become entangled in overhead power lines causing a shock hazard to users and bystanders.
Product Description & Identification
The recalled Oh Chute Parachute with streamers is a firework item with a light blue cylinder with white clouds. The model name is printed in triplicate on the front of the tube and FOA #2085 is on the lower back of the tube. This item is sold separately or in a box of four.
Affected Products
Oh Chute Parachute with Streamer Fireworks
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Fireworks-Over-America-Recalls-Fireworks-Due-to-Shock-Hazard |
| Title | Fireworks Over America Recalls Fireworks Due to Shock Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/dd8b2d505e2e4539936c39464c923bbe.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Fireworks |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/1d4da64c98bc48bd9a9e13e990d742d6.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Fireworks |
| Hazards › Name | The parachutes can become entangled in overhead power lines causing a shock hazard to users and bystanders. |
| Injuries › Name | Fireworks Over America has received one report of entanglement, in which a consumer's hand was burned and shocked. |
| Products › Name | Oh Chute Parachute with Streamer Fireworks |
| Products › Type | Fireworks & Accessories |
| Products › Category I D | 1944 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 84,250 |
| Recall I D | 4364 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to either the place of purchase or Fireworks Over America for a full refund. |
| Retailers › Name | Various fireworks stores nationwide from April 2007 through June 2008 for about $2.50 each and $8 a box. |
| Recall Date | 2008-07-03T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recalled Oh Chute Parachute with streamers is a firework item with a light blue cylinder with white clouds. The model name is printed in triplicate on the front of the tube and FOA #2085 is on the lower back of the tube. This item is sold separately or in a box of four. |
| Distributors › Name | Fireworks Over America, of Springfield, Mo. |
| Recall Number | 08322 |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact Fireworks Over America at (800) 345-3957 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m, CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.fireworksoveramerica.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-11-24T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |