CPSC recall · Reported April 18, 2002
CPSC, Estes Industries Announce Recall of Air Powered Rockets
The rockets' foam tips can break off, exposing sharp edges that can cause face lacerations or eye injuries to consumers. The rocket systems also have weak pump handles that can br…
The CPSC recalled The blue, yellow and black GL-X200™ Estes Air™ Powered Rocket Systems contain two blue ro….
CPSC, Estes Industries Announce Recall of Air Powered Rockets was recalled and listed by the CPSC in April 18, 2002. Reason: The rockets' foam tips can break off, exposing sharp edges that can cause face lacerations or eye injuries to…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the air rockets immediately and contact Estes Industries for …. Verify recall #02142 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The rockets' foam tips can break off, exposing sharp edges that can cause face lacerations or eye injuries to….
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- agency class
- April 18, 2002
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #02142 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
The blue, yellow and black GL-X200™ Estes Air™ Powered Rocket Systems contain two blue rockets with yellow foam tips and are recommended for children 8 years of age and older. "ESTES AIR" is printed in black and white lettering in a 6-inch wide yellow oval on the front of the pump. Underneath the pump appear the words, "Made in China." Rocket pumps that have a label that reads, "WARNING: Stay away from rocket when pumping and launching" are not included in this recall.
Reason for recall
The rockets' foam tips can break off, exposing sharp edges that can cause face lacerations or eye injuries to consumers. The rocket systems also have weak pump handles that can break during use, posing a risk of hand lacerations to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the air rockets immediately and contact Estes Industries for information on how to get a replacement rocket.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 02142 |
| Date reported | April 18, 2002 |
| Date initiated | April 18, 2002 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 140,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using the air rockets immediately and contact Estes Industries for information on how to get a replacement …
- Check the recall number (02142) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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