Severity
Moderate
CPSC recall · Reported September 9, 2004
The cap on the water tank can unexpectedly and forcibly project off when it is quickly unscrewed from the tank, posing a risk of impact injuries to users or bystanders. In additio…
Hasbro Inc., of Pawtucket, R.i. recalled The Super Soaker Monster Rocket is composed of a 7-foot inflatable mylar rocket with a pl… - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Hasbro Inc. Announce Recall of Monster Rockets was recalled by Hasbro Inc., of Pawtucket, R.i. in September 9, 2004. Reason: The cap on the water tank can unexpectedly and forcibly project off when it is quickly unscrewed from the tan…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the rockets immediately and contact Hasbro to receive a repla…. Verify recall #04212 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Hasbro Inc., of Pawtucket, R.i. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The cap on the water tank can unexpectedly and forcibly project off when it is quickly unscrewed from the tan….
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04212 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This CPSC action (record #04212) was formally reported on September 9, 2004. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Hasbro Inc., of Pawtucket, R.i. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 230,000.
The documented reason for this recall is: The cap on the water tank can unexpectedly and forcibly project off when it is quickly unscrewed from the tank, posing a risk of impact injuries to users or bystanders. In addition, the rocket's tail can strike a user o… Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using the rockets immediately and contact Hasbro to receive a replacement product of equal value. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from CPSC - 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.
Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
About 230,000
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
The Super Soaker Monster Rocket is composed of a 7-foot inflatable mylar rocket with a plastic and foam fin section. The rocket has a blue and orange launch base with a water pressure tank attached to one leg of the base. The tank, which has an orange cap, is connected to the pump mechanism, which launches the rocket using pressurized air and water. The water toy has the words "Monster Rocket" printed on the body of the rocket.
The cap on the water tank can unexpectedly and forcibly project off when it is quickly unscrewed from the tank, posing a risk of impact injuries to users or bystanders. In addition, the rocket's tail can strike a user or bystander on descent, if the rocket is not fully launched, posing a risk of injury.
Consumers should stop using the rockets immediately and contact Hasbro to receive a replacement product of equal value.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04212 |
| Date reported | September 9, 2004 |
| Date initiated | September 9, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | Hasbro Inc., of Pawtucket, R.i. |
| Affected scope | About 230,000 |
| 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 rockets immediately and contact Hasbro to receive a replacement product of equal value.
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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