CPSC recall · Reported July 17, 2003
CPSC, Midwest Announce Recall of Toad Lawn Sprinklers
A small hose inside the toad can fail, allowing water to fill the toad's cavity. The increased water pressure can cause the toad to explode, posing the risk of injury to anyone ne…
Midwest, of Cannon Falls, Minn. recalled The green, frog-shaped sprinkler is 6-1/2 inches long, 6-1/2 inches wide and 7 inches tal….
CPSC, Midwest Announce Recall of Toad Lawn Sprinklers was recalled by Midwest, of Cannon Falls, Minn. in July 17, 2003. Reason: A small hose inside the toad can fail, allowing water to fill the toad's cavity. The increased water pressure…. Remedy: The sprinklers should be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund.. Verify recall #03159 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Midwest, of Cannon Falls, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-A small hose inside the toad can fail, allowing water to fill the toad's cavity. The increased water pressure….
- None
- agency class
- 4K units
- affected scope
- July 17, 2003
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03159 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 green, frog-shaped sprinkler is 6-1/2 inches long, 6-1/2 inches wide and 7 inches tall. The recalled lawn balls have a label on the bottom that includes the model number 738449 508893 and the words, "Made in China."
Reason for recall
A small hose inside the toad can fail, allowing water to fill the toad's cavity. The increased water pressure can cause the toad to explode, posing the risk of injury to anyone nearby.
Remedy, what to do
The sprinklers should be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 03159 |
| Date reported | July 17, 2003 |
| Date initiated | July 17, 2003 |
| Recalling firm | Midwest, of Cannon Falls, Minn. |
| Affected scope | 4,000 |
| 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
The sprinklers should be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund.
- Check the recall number (03159) 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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