CPSC recall 08-036, announced October 18, 2007, covers Sportsstuff Inflator Air Pumps (sold separately and included with "Launch Pod" Water Trampolines) (about 11,000 units). The air pumps can overheat and explode during use, posing a risk of lacerations. Consumers should immediately stop using the pumps and contact Sportsstuff for a free replacement. Recall contact: call (888) 814-8833, or go to www.sportsstuff.com.
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.
Affected model numbers
The model number and the date code "0104" are located on the label on the top of the pump.
Which products are included?
The recalled products are air pumps with model numbers 57-1504-A and 57-1504 that are used to inflate low pressure inflatable items such as rafts and toys. The Model 57-1504-A pump was sold separately with an assortment of interlocking nozzles. The Model 57-1504 pump was sold with the Sportsstuff "Launch Pod", an inflatable water trampoline. The model number and the date code "0104" are located on the label on the top of the pump.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The air pumps can overheat and explode during use, posing a risk of lacerations.
Incidents and injuries
Since the first recall announcement on January 11, 2007, 16 additional explosions have been reported. Ten consumers suffered laceration injuries, including two who required stitches.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the pumps and contact Sportsstuff for a free replacement.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Sportsstuff
- Product type
- Trampolines
- Recall number
- 08-036
- Units
- About 11,000 (This recall was first announced in Jan. 2007)
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Marine distributors, mail order catalogs, and sporting goods and various other stores nationwide from January 2004 through January 2005 for about $50. The Launch Pod water trampolines that included recalled pumps were sold at Sam's Club from January 2004 through August 2004 for about $375.
- Importer
- Sportsstuff Inc., of Omaha, Neb.
Inflator Air Pumps (sold separately and included with "Launch Pod" Water Trampolines)
CPSC product type: Air Pumps
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Sportsstuff toll-free at (888) 814-8833 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.sportsstuff.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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