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24-shot Excalibur Reloadable Artillery Shell Kits

Published May 3, 2005

Summary

CPSC records recall 05165, published May 3, 2005. Reported units: About 75,000 reloadable kits.

What's the hazard

The aerial shells are fused, shaped, and labeled in a way that could cause consumers to unintentionally place them into the launch tube upside down, resulting in a ground-level explosion. Such an explosion can cause serious injuries to consumers in close proximity of the device.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the fireworks immediately and return the entire device to the store where purchased for a full refund or contact Jake's Fireworks for further instructions.

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Recall details

Brand
Jake's Fireworks Inc., of Pittsburg, Kan.
Distributor
Fireworks retailers, including display stands and tents in states permitting the sale of consumer fireworks, from Winter 2003 through Winter 2004, for about $30.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 24-shot Excalibur Reloadable Artillery Shell Kits recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 05165 on May 3, 2005. Reported hazard: The aerial shells are fused, shaped, and labeled in a way that could cause consumers to unintentionally place them into the launch tube upside down, resulting in a ground-level explosion. Such an explosion can cause serious injuries to consumers in close proximity of the device.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the fireworks immediately and return the entire device to the store where purchased for a full refund or contact Jake's Fireworks for further instructions.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Jake's Fireworks Inc., of Pittsburg, Kan..

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)