Ross Stores Recalls Turtle Sprinklers Due to Laceration Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Date: | October 12 2007 |
Name of Products: | Turtle Sprinklers |
Units: | About 1,800 |
Manufacturer: | Imported by Ross Stores Inc., Pleasanton, Calif. |
Hazard: | The turtle’s body can fill with water, causing it to crack or explode, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. |
Incidents/Injuries: | The firm has received one report of the turtle sprinkler cracking. No injuries have been reported. |
Description: | The turtle sprinkler is made of plastic resin and measures about 6 ½-inches tall. The SKU number 400022708494 is printed on a label located on the underside of the sprinkler. |
Product # / SKU: | SKU number 400022708494 |
Sold at: | Ross Stores and dd’s Discounts nationwide from March 2007 through September 2007 for about $9. |
Manufactured in: | China |
Remedy: | Consumers should stop using the sprinkler immediately, and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. |
Consumer Contact: | Ross |