CPSC, Midwest Announce Recall of Toad Lawn Sprinklers
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2003-07-17 · 03159
Hazards
A small hose inside the toad can fail, allowing water to fill the toad's cavity. The increased water pressure can cause the toad to explode, posing the risk of injury to anyone nearby.
Recall
Number
03159
Date
2003-07-17
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Toad Lawn Ball Sprinkler
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Midwest, of Cannon Falls, Minn.
Retailer(s)
Drug, flower, garden, and gift stores nationwide sold the sprinklers, from August 2002 through June 2003, for between $25 and $30.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The green, frog-shaped sprinkler is 6-1/2 inches long, 6-1/2 inches wide and 7 inches tall. The recalled lawn balls have a label on the bottom that includes the model number 738449 508893 and the words, "Made in China."