Big Fireworks Recalls Mock Sword Fireworks Devices Due to Impact, Burn Hazards

The handheld fountain device can unexpectedly explode, posing a risk of impact and burn to the user.

Recall #: 14224
Affected scope: About 1,040 units

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

American Eagle dba Big Fireworks, of Lansing, Mich. recalled This recall involves Big Sword fireworks devices. The mock sword is a handheld fountain t….

Big Fireworks Recalls Mock Sword Fireworks Devices Due to Impact, Burn Hazards was recalled by American Eagle dba Big Fireworks, of Lansing, Mich. in July 3, 2014. Reason: The handheld fountain device can unexpectedly explode, posing a risk of impact and burn to the user.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireworks devices and return them to…. Verify recall #14224 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

American Eagle dba Big Fireworks, of Lansing, Mich. issued this CPSC recall-The handheld fountain device can unexpectedly explode, posing a risk of impact and burn to the user..

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agency class: July 3, 2014
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14224 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

This recall involves Big Sword fireworks devices. The mock sword is a handheld fountain that is intended to emit sparks from the tip of the sword. The blue and yellow sword has the Big Fireworks logo and the words "Big Sword" printed on the front. A yellow cardboard tag attached to the handle of the device has "Big Sword" and a caution statement printed on it. The sword measures 30 inches and has model number 3609 printed above the product's barcode.

Reason for recall

The handheld fountain device can unexpectedly explode, posing a risk of impact and burn to the user.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireworks devices and return them to the place of purchase to receive a full refund.

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	14224
Date reported	July 3, 2014
Date initiated	July 3, 2014
Recalling firm	American Eagle dba Big Fireworks, of Lansing, Mich.
Affected scope	About 1,040 units
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 immediately stop using the recalled fireworks devices and return them to the place of purchase to receive a full…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The handheld fountain device can unexpectedly explode, posing a risk of impact and burn to the user.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireworks devices and return them to the place of purchase to receive a full refund.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 3, 2014. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 14224.

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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