CPSC recall 00-111, announced May 18, 2000, covers "Firestopper" fire extinguishers (about 26,000 units). Because of the high-pressure contents of these fire extinguishers, they can explode and expose consumers to flying debris, causing puncture wounds and blast injuries. The notice cites 5 incident reports. Consumers should discharge these fire extinguishers into a plastic garbage bag or similar container outside, in an open area. Recall contact: call (888) 289-3325.
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Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
The fire extinguisher is yellow with a black top and a red spout. "FIRESTOPPER" is written on the side of the extinguisher in orange. The "I" in the name is written to resemble a flame. Other writing on the unit includes "ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE," "NON-TOXIC," "The Portable Liquid Fire Extinguisher," and "MADE IN THE USA." The extinguisher is about 10 inches high, and the net weight is 12 ounces. The product was originally marketed by Bombay Productions Inc. in California.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- When sold
- January 1999 through February 2000
- Price paid
- $4
Why it was recalled
Because of the high-pressure contents of these fire extinguishers, they can explode and expose consumers to flying debris, causing puncture wounds and blast injuries.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and the firm have received five reports of the fire extinguisher exploding in consumers' homes. One consumer was hit by flying debris, but was not injured. The explosions have resulted in property damage.
Official remedy
Consumers should discharge these fire extinguishers into a plastic garbage bag or similar container outside, in an open area. Consumers can return the discharged units to the store where purchased, for a refund.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Contact the firm. Call (888) 289-3325.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- 99 Cents Only Store, in City
- Product type
- Fire extinguishers
- Recall number
- 00-111
- Units
- About 26,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Dollar-type discount stores, including Only Deals and Bargain Wholesale, and wholesalers sold these fire extinguishers nationwide, from January 1999 through February 2000, for between $.99 and $4.
- Distributor
- 99 Cents Only Store, in City of Commerce, Calif.
"Firestopper" fire extinguishers
CPSC product type: Fire Extinguishers
This recall in context
Compared with the 8 fire extinguisher recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 26,000 units: the 7th-largest of 7 fire extinguisher recalls that state a unit count. The median is 167,000 units.
- Hazards
- Fire: named in 7 of 8 fire extinguisher recalls, the most common hazard among them. Explosion: named in 2 of 8 fire extinguisher recalls.
- Time on sale
- 14 months. Recalled 3 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
For more information, call 99 Cents Only Stores at (888) 289-3325 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Know someone who has one?
Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
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