# Inflator Pumps Recalled By Stearns Inc. Due to Laceration Hazard
> **CPSC recall** · 2007-03-28 · 07140 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 07140
- **Date:** 2007-03-28
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

West Marine Inflator Pumps

## Hazards

The inflator pumps can explode during use, ejecting sharp plastic parts and posing a serious laceration hazard to consumers.

## 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.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Inflator-Pumps-Recalled-By-Stearns-Inc-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard)
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