Skip to content

CPSC, Hasbro Inc. Announce Recall of Monster Rockets

U.S. CPSCInjuriesSold on TargetSep 9, 2004
Recalled Super Soaker Monster Rocket
Recalled Super Soaker Monster Rocket

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The cap on the water tank can unexpectedly and forcibly project off when it is quickly unscrewed from the tank, posing a risk of impact injuries to users or bystanders. In addition, the rocket's tail can strike a user or bystander on descent, if the rocket is not fully launched, posing a risk of injury.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the rockets immediately and contact Hasbro to receive a replacement product of equal value.

Incidents & injuries

Hasbro has received four reports of the cap being unexpectedly projected off the rocket, resulting in three injuries, including a slight concussion and a cut requiring stitches. Additionally, Hasbro has received four reports of children being struck by the descending rocket, including three cuts that required stitches.

Product description

The Super Soaker Monster Rocket is composed of a 7-foot inflatable mylar rocket with a plastic and foam fin section. The rocket has a blue and orange launch base with a water pressure tank attached to one leg of the base. The tank, which has an orange cap, is connected to the pump mechanism, which launches the rocket using pressurized air and water. The water toy has the words "Monster Rocket" printed on the body of the rocket.

Sold on

Toys 'R' Us, Wal-Mart, Target, KB Toys stores and other toy retailers nationwide sold the rockets from January 2004 through August 2004 for about $30.

Contact the company

Consumers should contact toll-free Hasbro Inc. at (866) 487-4737 anytime or log on to the company's website at www.hasbro.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

More from this brand

See all →

Recent alerts in this category

See all →