CPSCRecalled Apr 18, 2002 · #02142
CPSC, Estes Industries Announce Recall of Air Powered Rockets
Hazard
The rockets' foam tips can break off, exposing sharp edges that can cause face lacerations or eye injuries to consumers. The rocket systems also have weak pump handles that can break during use, posing a risk of hand lacerations to consumers.
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The blue, yellow and black GL-X200™ Estes Air™ Powered Rocket Systems contain two blue rockets with yellow foam tips and are recommended for children 8 years of age and older. "ESTES AIR" is printed in black and white lettering in a 6-inch wide yellow oval on the front of the pump. Underneath the pump appear the words, "Made in China." Rocket pumps that have a label that reads, "WARNING: Stay away from rocket when pumping and launching" are not included in this recall.
Product details
- Product
- GL-X200™ Estes Air™ Powered Rocket Systems
- Type
- Rockets
- Manufacturer
- Not specified
- Model numbers
- —
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Department stores nationwide, including Wal-Mart, Toys R Us and Zany Brainy, as well as e-businesses, catalogers and hobby shops sold these rockets, from February 2001 through February 2002, for between $20 and $40.
- Made in
- China
What you should do
Consumers should stop using the air rockets immediately and contact Estes Industries for information on how to get a replacement rocket.