CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The inflator pumps can explode during use, ejecting sharp plastic parts and posing a serious laceration hazard to consumers.
Inflator Pumps Recalled By Stearns Inc. Due to Laceration Hazard
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.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers are asked to return their inflator pump to nearest West Marine or BoatU.S. store for a full refund.
Contact Information
For more information consumers can contact West Marine or BoatU.S. at (800) 262-8464 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.westmarine.com
Recall Details
Sold At
West Marine and BoatU.S. stores and through direct sales nationwide from August 2003 through January 2007 for about $60.
Injuries
Stearns has received three reports of pumps exploding. One consumer reported lacerations and two fractured ribs. Two other consumers received minor lacerations to the face and chest.
Recall Number
07140
Product Information
Product Name
West Marine Inflator Pumps
Product Type
Air Pumps
Number of Units
About 1,400
Imported By
Stearns Inc., of St. Cloud, Minn. (Note: The original importer, Sevylor Inc., was recently acquired by Stearns Inc.)
Manufactured In
China