CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The glass fish bowls can crack, shatter or break during normal handling, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
PetSmart Recalls Fish Bowls Due to Laceration Hazard
This recall involves the 1.75-gallon glass fish bowl that is shaped like a brandy snifter. These fish bowls were sold under the Great 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.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the fish bowl and return it to any PetSmart store for a full refund.
Contact Information
PetSmart toll-free at (888) 839-9638 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or online at www.petsmart.com and click on About PetSmart at the bottom of the page, then click on Product Notices and Recalls for more information.
Recall Details
Sold At
PetSmart stores nationwide from February 2013 through September 2013 for about $20.
Injuries
PetSmart has received 10 reports of the glass fish bowl breaking during normal use, including five reports of cuts to fingers and a knee. Four of the cuts required stitches. One required surgery for a lacerated tendon in a consumer's finger.
Manufacturer
Shanghai Freeart Trading Co. Ltd., of China
Remedy
Refund
Recall Number
14155
Product Information
Product Name
Glass fish bowls
Product Type
Aquariums or Accessories
Number of Units
About 10,200
Manufacturer Name
Shanghai Freeart Trading Co. Ltd., of China
Imported By
PetSmart Inc., of Phoenix, Ariz.
Distributed By
PetSmart Inc., of Phoenix, Ariz.
Manufactured In
China