Inflator Pumps Recalled By Stearns Inc. Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2007-03-28 · 07140
Hazards
The inflator pumps can explode during use, ejecting sharp plastic parts and posing a serious laceration hazard to consumers.
Recall
Number
07140
Date
2007-03-28
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
West Marine Inflator Pumps
Companies
Retailer(s)
West Marine and BoatU.S. stores and through direct sales nationwide from August 2003 through January 2007 for about $60.
Importer(s)
Stearns Inc., of St. Cloud, Minn. (Note: The original importer, Sevylor Inc., was recently acquired by Stearns Inc.)
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The recalled inflator pump has a blue body with a black handle, hose, and pressure gage. The pump is 5 inches (12.7 cm) high and weighs about 3 pounds. West Marine is printed on a white sticker on the top of the pump housing. A second label contains a "caution" statement along with Ho Lee Co., Ltd. and UL listing information. The manufacturer's model number HB-183BG and the date code 1203 are also on the label.