CPSC recall 18063
Fireworks
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2017-12-19
On 2017-12-19 the CPSC announced a recall of Fireworks by Matrix Fireworks, citing the recalled fireworks are overloaded with pyrotechnics intended to produce an audible effect, violating the federal regulatory standard for this product. Overloaded fireworks can….
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 18063 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2017-12-19 |
| Published | 2017-12-19 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Matrix Fireworks |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Fireworks | This recall involves the Jumbo Fireworks "Surprise Fountain." The recalled fireworks were sold individually and have product code JFG4279 printed on the front panel above the cautionary text. The fireworks are small red cylinder devices that measure 3 inches tall by about 1 inch wide. "Jumbo Fireworks," "Surprise Fountain," "Warning" and an image of fountains with happy faces are printed on the front.
Reason
The recalled fireworks are overloaded with pyrotechnics intended to produce an audible effect, violating the federal regulatory standard for this product. Overloaded fireworks can result in a greater than expected explosion, posing burn and explosion hazards to consumers. The product is labeled as a fountain but functions similar to an M-80 or other large firecracker, which are illegal.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Matrix-Fireworks-Recalls-Fireworks-Due-to-Violation-of-Federal-Standard-Explosion-and-Burn-Hazards
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