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Recalled Turtle Sprinkler
The turtle's body can fill with water, causing it to crack or explode, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
About 1,800
For further information, contact Ross toll-free at (877) 455-7677 anytime Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.rossstores.com.
Recall Details
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Ross Stores Inc., Pleasanton, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 1,800 Turtle Sprinklers. The turtle's body can fill with water, causing it to crack or explode, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Name of Product: Turtle Sprinklers
Units: About 1,800
Importer: Ross Stores Inc., Pleasanton, Calif.
Hazard: The turtle's body can fill with water, causing it to crack or explode, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received one report of the turtle sprinkler cracking. No injuries have been reported.
Description: The turtle sprinkler is made of plastic resin and measures about 6 ½ inches tall. The SKU number 400022708494 is printed on a label located on the underside of the sprinkler.
Sold at: Ross Stores and dd's Discounts nationwide from March 2007 through September 2007 for about $9.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the sprinkler immediately, and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For further information, contact Ross toll-free at (877) 455-7677 anytime Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.rossstores.com.
Consumers should stop using the sprinkler immediately, and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
The firm has received one report of the turtle sprinkler cracking. No injuries have been reported.
Ross Stores Inc., Pleasanton, Calif.
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