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Product recall · CPSCJanuary 16, 2013Serious
Target Hand-Held Air Misters
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The Air Mister can shatter during use, posing an injury hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Injuries have already been reported.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled misters and return them to any Target store for a full refund.
Who to contact: Target Guest Relations, at (800) 440-0680 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.target.com, click on Product Recalls at the bottom of the page, and then select Sports, Outdoor and Recreation.
The product
The recall is for hand-held devices designed to spray a mist for personal cooling. The Air Misters are 8 inches tall and hold 2 ounces of water at the "Fill" line. They are clear plastic cylinders with colored tops and bases. The tops and bases come in black, blue, green and pink. A nylon carrying strap is attached to the tops. Instructions for use are written in white lettering on the outside of the clear plastic cylinder.
Details
- Units affected
- About 168,000
- Recall date
- January 16, 2013
- Brand
- Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Target has received three reports of incidents of misters shattering, including one in which a consumer received lacerations.
Target stores nationwide from February 2012 to May 2012 for approximately $2.50.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Target Recalls Hand-Held Air Misters Due to Injury Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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