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Additional Injuries Prompt Re-announcement of Sportsstuff Recall of Air Pumps

U.S. CPSCCutsOct 18, 2007
Recalled Air Pump
Recalled Air Pump
Recalled Launch Pod Water Trampoline
Recalled Launch Pod Water Trampoline

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Hazard

The air pumps can overheat and explode during use, posing a risk of lacerations.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the pumps and contact Sportsstuff for a free replacement.

Incidents & 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.

Product description

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.

Sold on

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.

Contact the company

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

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.

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