CPSCGeneral Alert
Ross Stores Recalls Turtle Sprinklers Due to Laceration Hazard
Published: October 12, 2007Recall ID: 08026Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The turtle's body can fill with water, causing it to crack or explode, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Product Description & Identification
The turtle sprinkler is made of plastic resin and measures about 6½ inches tall. The SKU number 400022708494 is printed on a label located on the underside of the sprinkler.
Affected Products
Turtle Sprinklers
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Ross-Stores-Recalls-Turtle-Sprinklers-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard |
| Title | Ross Stores Recalls Turtle Sprinklers Due to Laceration Hazard |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/1e51fce8b4594014a596b52780cb2d8e.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled Turtle Sprinkler |
| Hazards › Name | The turtle's body can fill with water, causing it to crack or explode, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm has received one report of the turtle sprinkler cracking. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Turtle Sprinklers |
| Products › Type | Sprinklers (Lawn) |
| Products › Category I D | 2149 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 1,800 |
| Recall I D | 4043 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using the sprinkler immediately and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. |
| Importers › Name | Ross Stores Inc., Pleasanton, Calif. |
| Retailers › Name | Ross Stores and dd's Discounts nationwide from March 2007 through September 2007 for about $9. |
| Recall Date | 2007-10-12T00:00:00 |
| Description | The turtle sprinkler is made of plastic resin and measures about 6½ inches tall. The SKU number 400022708494 is printed on a label located on the underside of the sprinkler. |
| Recall Number | 08026 |
| Consumer Contact | For further information, contact Ross toll-free at (877) 455-7677 anytime Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.rossstores.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |