CPSC, American Promotional Events Inc. Announce Recall of Fireworks

The firework device has a defective base and can break during launch. If reused, the launching device could then send fireworks in unintended directions, possible causing injury.

Recall #: 03157
Affected scope: About 22,700

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The CPSC recalled The firework device consists of a black base with a multicolored PVC material tube having….

CPSC, American Promotional Events Inc. Announce Recall of Fireworks was recalled and listed by the CPSC in July 2, 2003. Reason: The firework device has a defective base and can break during launch. If reused, the launching device could t…. Remedy: Return the entire firework device to the retailer for a refund or contact TNT for further…. Verify recall #03157 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The firework device has a defective base and can break during launch. If reused, the launching device could t….

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agency class: July 2, 2003
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03157 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.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Product description

The firework device consists of a black base with a multicolored PVC material tube having approximate dimensions of 11 inches high by 1.25 inches in diameter. Each product is sold with six shells with fuses. The product is labeled "Model No. CP983," "Item No 460070," "TNT," and "#1 SELLING BRAND."

Reason for recall

The firework device has a defective base and can break during launch. If reused, the launching device could then send fireworks in unintended directions, possible causing injury.

Remedy, what to do

Return the entire firework device to the retailer for a refund or contact TNT for further directions.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	03157
Date reported	July 2, 2003
Date initiated	July 2, 2003
Recalling firm	Not disclosed
Affected scope	About 22,700
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

Return the entire firework device to the retailer for a refund or contact TNT for further directions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The firework device has a defective base and can break during launch. If reused, the launching device could then send fireworks in unintended directions, possible causing injury.

What should consumers do? ▼

Return the entire firework device to the retailer for a refund or contact TNT for further directions.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 2, 2003. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 03157.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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