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CPSC recall · Reported October 9, 2008

Hasbro Inc. Recalls to Repair Nerf Blasters; Child's Skin Can Get Caught in Plunger of the Toy

The blaster's plunger can pull the user's skin during firing of the toy blaster resulting in injury to the face, neck, and/or chest.

Recall #
09007
Affected scope
About 330,000 units
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Hasbro Inc., of Pawtucket, R.i. recalled This recall involves the Nerf N-Strike Recon CS-6 Blasters for children age 6 and up. The… - a moderate-severity action.

Hasbro Inc. Recalls to Repair Nerf Blasters; Child's Skin Can Get Caught in Plunger of th… was recalled by Hasbro Inc., of Pawtucket, R.i. in October 9, 2008. Reason: The blaster's plunger can pull the user's skin during firing of the toy blaster resulting in injury to the fa…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy blasters away from children and contac…. Verify recall #09007 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Hasbro Inc., of Pawtucket, R.i. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The blaster's plunger can pull the user's skin during firing of the toy blaster resulting in injury to the fa….

Moderate
severity level
October 9, 2008
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09007 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #09007) was formally reported on October 9, 2008. 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 330,000 units.

The documented reason for this recall is: The blaster's plunger can pull the user's skin during firing of the toy blaster resulting in injury to the face, neck, and/or chest. 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 immediately take the recalled toy blasters away from children and contact Hasbro for a free cylindrical cover to prevent additional injuries. - 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, 6 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.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 330,000 units

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves the Nerf N-Strike Recon CS-6 Blasters for children age 6 and up. The toy blaster is yellow with a black handle and orange plunger, trigger, and reload clip. The word "NERF" in black lettering is on both sides of the blaster and the word "ARMED" is indented on the orange plunger. "RECON CS-6" is on the gray cocking mechanism. There are five interchangeable parts including the shoulder stock, the flip-up sight, barrel extension, quick re-load clip and dual-mode light beam. Model number 63552 and UPC codes 653569272021 and 653569311218 can be found on the packaging. Only blasters with an exposed orange plunger are included in this recall.

Reason for recall

The blaster's plunger can pull the user's skin during firing of the toy blaster resulting in injury to the face, neck, and/or chest.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy blasters away from children and contact Hasbro for a free cylindrical cover to prevent additional injuries.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 09007
Date reported October 9, 2008
Date initiated October 9, 2008
Recalling firm Hasbro Inc., of Pawtucket, R.i.
Affected scope About 330,000 units
Distribution Not disclosed
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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 immediately take the recalled toy blasters away from children and contact Hasbro for a free cylindrical cover to…

  • Check the recall number (09007) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the Nerf N-Strike Recon CS-6 Blasters for children age 6 and up. The toy blaster is yellow with a black handle and orange plunger, trigger, and reload clip. The word "NERF" in black lettering is on both sides of the blaster and the word "ARMED" is indented on the orange plunger. "RECON CS-6" is on the gray cocking mechanism. There are five interchangeable parts including the shoulder stock, the flip-up sight, barrel extension, quick re-load clip and dual-mode light beam. Model number 63552 and UPC codes 653569272021 and 653569311218 can be found on the packaging. Only blasters with an exposed orange plunger are included in this recall.. Recalled by Hasbro Inc., of Pawtucket, R.i.. Units affected: About 330,000 units.
Why was this product recalled?
The blaster's plunger can pull the user's skin during firing of the toy blaster resulting in injury to the face, neck, and/or chest.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy blasters away from children and contact Hasbro for a free cylindrical cover to prevent additional injuries.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 9, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09007.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (09007) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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