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Jake's Fireworks Recalls YoYo Sparklers Due to Burn Hazard

Reported: July 9, 2015 Initiated: July 9, 2015 #15180

Product Description

This recall involves Yo Yo Sparklers. The sparklers are 13 1/2 inches long, metallic gray in color on a wire stick. They were sold in multicolored packages containing four individual sparklers. The front of the packages had a logo with the U.S. flag and the words World Class Fireworks at the top, the words YOYO Sparklers and two pictures of sparklers burning at the bottom.

Reason for Recall

The sparklers burn faster and with a larger flame than normal and can burn down the stick towards users' hands, posing a burn hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sparklers, take them away from young children and contact Jake's Fireworks to receive a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Yo Yo Sparklers. The sparklers are 13 1/2 inches long, metallic gray in color on a wire stick. They were sold in multicolored packages containing four individual sparklers. The front of the packages had a logo with the U.S. flag and the words World Class Fireworks at the top, the words YOYO Sparklers and two pictures of sparklers burning at the bottom.. Recalled by Jake's Fireworks Inc., of Pittsburgh, Kan.. Units affected: About 651,500.
Why was this product recalled?
The sparklers burn faster and with a larger flame than normal and can burn down the stick towards users' hands, posing a burn hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sparklers, take them away from young children and contact Jake's Fireworks to receive a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 9, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15180.