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Winco Recalls Contraband 24 Canister Shell Fireworks Kit Due to Impact, Burn Hazards

Recall 14-219 · June 27, 2014 · Winco

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireworks kits and return them to the place of purchase to receive a full refund.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
14-219 (CPSC)
Recall date
June 27, 2014
Brand
Winco
Category
Other consumer products
Products
Canister shell fireworks kits
Hazard
Impact, Burn Hazards
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Remedy
Refund
Units
About 4,500 kits
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
January 9, 2015

What was recalled

This recall involves Contraband 24 fireworks kits with canister shells and firing tubes that are designed to be used multiple times. Shells are put into each tube one by one and lit. The shells are about 1 ¼ inches in diameter. The tubes in some kits may be too narrow and not allow the shell to drop to the bottom of the tube when loaded. When fired, the shell can blow a hole in the tube. Each kit contains 24 60-gram shells with fuses attached and four fiberglass firing tubes with wooden bases. The kit came in a brown cardboard box about 28 inches tall, 9 inches wide and about 5 inches deep. The front of the box has the words "Contraband 24," "24 Cannister Shells," "Maximum Powder Load" printed in black and red. The front also has a warning stating the product should only be used under close adult supervision and outdoors. Model number JP-933 is printed on the left front of the box above the warning. The back of the box has color photos and descriptions the effect each shell should create.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Canister shell fireworks kits · About 4,500 kits units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Pyro City and other fireworks retailers from February 2014 to June 2014 for about $80.; Winco Fireworks International LLC, of Prairie Village, Kan..

Injuries or incidents reported

The firm has received two reports of the firing tubes being too narrow, including one report of a shell blowing up in a tube and causing minor burns and cuts to the legs of a store employee.

Consumer contact

Winco toll-free at (888) 697-2217 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.wincofireworks.com then click on the News tab at the top of the page, then click on Contraband 24 Artillery Recall.

Recall history and context

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Canister shell fireworks kits (About 4,500 kits units). This recall involves Contraband 24 fireworks kits with canister shells and firing tubes that are designed to be used multiple times.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Impact, Burn Hazards.

What should I do if I own one?

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

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on January 9, 2015. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.