PetSmart Expands Recall of Fish Bowls Due to Laceration Hazard
Reported: November 17, 2015 Initiated: November 17, 2015 #16038
Product Description
This recall involves the 1.75-gallon glass fish bowl that is shaped like a brandy snifter. These fish bowls were sold under the Grreat Choice or Top Fin brand names with SKU number 5140161 and UPC code 737257187092. The SKU and UPC codes are printed on a white sticker on the bottom of the fish bowl.
Reason for Recall
The glass fish bowls can crack, shatter or break during normal handling, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the fish bowl and return the fish bowl to any PetSmart store for a full refund. Use caution when handling the fish bowl for return due to the hazard.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Shanghai Freeart Trading Co. Ltd., of China
- Units Affected
- About 81,300 in the U.S. and 4,000 in Canada (an additional 10,200 were recalled in the U.S. on April 24, 2014 and 1,000 were previously recalled in Canada)
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves the 1.75-gallon glass fish bowl that is shaped like a brandy snifter. These fish bowls were sold under the Grreat Choice or Top Fin brand names with SKU number 5140161 and UPC code 737257187092. The SKU and UPC codes are printed on a white sticker on the bottom of the fish bowl.. Recalled by Shanghai Freeart Trading Co. Ltd., of China. Units affected: About 81,300 in the U.S. and 4,000 in Canada (an additional 10,200 were recalled in the U.S. on April 24, 2014 and 1,000 were previously recalled in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The glass fish bowls can crack, shatter or break during normal handling, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the fish bowl and return the fish bowl to any PetSmart store for a full refund. Use caution when handling the fish bowl for return due to the hazard.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 17, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16038.
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