Recalls: Fuel and Lighters and Fireworks

December 19, 2017 Matrix Fireworks Recalls Fireworks Due to Violation of Federal Standard; Explosion and Burn Hazards

This recall involves the Jumbo Fireworks "Surprise Fountain." The recalled fireworks were sold individually and have product code JFG4279 printed on the front panel above the cautionary text. The fireworks are small red cylinder devices that measure 3 inches tall by about 1 inch wide. "Jumbo Fireworks," "Surprise Fountain," "Warning" and an image of fountains with happy faces are printed on the front. Read more.


November 15, 2017 Wholesale Fireworks Recalls Fireworks Due to Violation of Federal Standards; Explosion and Burn Hazards

This recall involves Toxic artillery rockets, Boom Box aerial shells and Detonator firecrackers. Product Quantity in Package Product Description UPC code/Model Price Toxic artillery rockets Toxic Rockets were sold in a hanging package of six artillery rockets. "Toxic" is printed on the rockets and on the top cardboard information label on the top of the package. The packaging has a red dragon on it surrounded with a black flame. No model or UPC number About $90 Boom Box aerial shells Boom Box aerial shells were sold in a package of six. The aerial shells measure about five inches high with their tube. "BOOM BOX" is printed on the aerial shells, tube and packaging. The fireworks are red with green fuses and measure about two inches high. UPC code 820151600047 is printed on the top panel of the box. About $13 Detonator firecrackers Detonator firecrackers were sold in a package of 20, in two single columns of 10 brown and orange firecrackers with purple tissue paper by the fuse. "Detonator" is printed on the firecrackers and on the package. Model number FP5 is printed on the product. UPC number 201615861653 is printed on the back of the retail package. About $50 Read more.


September 20, 2017 Fireworks Over America Recalls Fireworks Due to Burn, Fire, Impact Hazards

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. Read more.


July 20, 2017 Manhattan Toy Recalls Activity Toys Due to Choking Hazard

The Winkel Colorburst teething and activity toy has multi-color plastic tubing inserted into a plastic cube with rattle beads inside. The model number and lot code are printed on the center of the cube and on the hang-tag and product packaging near the UPC code. Only activity balls with the following lot codes are included in this recall: 206880 DH; 206880 EH; 206880 HH; 206871 EH. Read more.


July 13, 2017 YSN Imports Recalls Refillable Propane Cylinders Due to Fire, Explosion Hazards

This recall involves Flame King, Little Kamper and U-Haul refillable propane cylinders used with outdoor appliances. The serial numbers are printed on the foot ring of the cylinder. The brand logo and size is printed on the front of the cylinder. Brand Size Color Serial Number Range Flame King 14.1 oz. blue 000001 through 004700 Flame King 16.4 oz. green 000001 through 020800 Little Kamper 16 oz. green 000001 through 020800 U-Haul 1 lb. blue 000001 through 004700 U-Haul 1 lb. green 000001 through 020800 Read more.


June 27, 2017 Fireworks Recalled By American Promotional Events Due to Burn and Injury Hazards

This recall involves TNT Red, White, & Blue Smoke fireworks. The recalled fireworks are pyrotechnic devices that make smoke when lit. They were sold in a bag containing three canisters: one red, one blue and one white. Each colored smoke firework is a cardboard cylinder tube that measures about 1 inch in diameter and 5 inches long. The TNT logo, "Red, White & Blue Smoke" and UPC number 027736036561 appear on the packaging. Read more.


March 10, 2017 R.W. Beckett Recalls Fuel Oil Valves Due to Fire Hazard

This recall involves Firomatic ½ inch FPT Fusible Safety Valves series 200 Fusible Inline valve, 1/2F X 1/2F Out. The valves are located on the fuel lines that lead to oil-burning appliances. The valves have a UL metal ring on top of the body of the valve stamped with "FIROMATIC SERIES 200." "Firomatic" is cast into the body of the recalled valves. Read more.


August 23, 2016 Crownplace Brands Recalls Kerosene Lamp Burners Due to Burn and Fire Hazards

This recall involves Crownplace Brands' Aladdin MaxBrite kerosene lamp burners. The solid brass lamp burners measure about four inches tall and three inches in diameter. The burner thread is about 3/8 inches long (about 9mm). "Aladdin MAXBrite500" is printed on the burner knob. The patent number is 3551086. "Aladdin" and the patent number are printed on the barrel of the burner. Read more.


March 15, 2016 Franklin Fueling Systems Recalls Gas Station Hose/Swivel Fitting Sets Due to Fire, Explosion Hazards

This recall involves gas station hose and swivel fitting sets used with gas station nozzles to dispense or transfer refined fuels such as gasoline, diesel, ethanol blends and biodiesel blends. The sets are made of at least one metal swivel fitting attached to ¾-inch or 1-inch FLEX-ING™ brand FLEX-ON™ Hardwall, Marina and Softwall hoses. The attached hoses were sold in varying lengths. The size in inches and millimeters, and part number 559N or 559NMP are printed on the sidewall of the hoses. Hardwall hoses were sold in the colors black, blue, green, red and yellow, and have "FLEX-ING FLEX-ON HW FR PREMIUM FUEL HOSE BY FRANKLIN FUELING SYSTEMS" printed on the sidewall. Marina hoses were sold in the color green and have "2 BD. STYLE BC MARINA GASOLINE" on the sidewall. Softwall hoses were sold in the color black and have "FLEX-ING FLEX-ON SILVER SW PREMIUM FUEL HOSE BY FRANKLIN FUELING SYSTEMS" on the sidewall. Sets that have swivel fittings with a date code in the following range are being recalled: Hose Diameter Date Code Range (MWWYY format) ¾-inch M1615 to M3515 1-inch M2215 to M4115 The date code is stamped on the nut of the swivel fitting. Read more.


February 12, 2016 Crescent Point Energy Recalls To Inspect Propane Gas Due to Fire and Burn Hazard

This recall involves under-odorized propane gas (LP) delivered to consumers for use in storage tanks or sold at retail locations for use in portable refillable tanks (for use in recreational vehicles, barbeques, stoves and other appliances). LP was also sold to businesses for commercial and industrial use. Read more.