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Medium RiskCPSC
Toys & Games/Outdoor Toys

Big Fireworks Recalls Mock Sword Fireworks Devices Due to Impact, Burn Hazards

Agency Publication Date: July 3, 2014
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Summary

Approximately 1,040 Big Sword fireworks devices are being recalled because the handheld fountain can unexpectedly explode while in use. These blue and yellow mock swords are 30 inches long and intended to emit sparks from the tip, but two reports have been received of the devices exploding during use. Affected units were sold at Big Fireworks retailers and wholesale distributors nationwide between April and June 2014. Consumers should immediately stop using these devices and return them for a full refund.

Risk

The fireworks can explode while being held, posing a direct risk of impact injuries and severe burns to the user's hands and face. While no injuries have been reported yet, two units have already malfunctioned and exploded.

What You Should Do

  1. Immediately stop using any Big Sword fireworks devices you may have.
  2. Check your device for the model number 3609, which is printed directly above the product's barcode.
  3. Verify the device features the Big Fireworks logo and the words 'Big Sword' on the front, and includes a yellow cardboard tag attached to the handle.
  4. Return the recalled fireworks to the place of purchase to receive a full refund.
  5. Contact Big Fireworks toll-free at 866-514-6225 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.bigfireworks.com and click the 'Recall' tab for more information.
  6. Call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 for additional questions regarding this recall.

Your Remedy Options

💰Full Refund

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireworks devices and return them to the place of purchase to receive a full refund.

Contact: Big Fireworks toll-free at (866) 514-6225 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.bigfireworks.com then click on the Recall tab at the bottom of the page for more information.

Affected Products

Product: Big Sword Fountain Devices (30-inch)
Model:
3609
Date Ranges: April 2014 to June 2014

Product Images

Big Fireworks Sword Style Fountain Fireworks Device

Big Fireworks Sword Style Fountain Fireworks Device

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 14224
Status: Active
Sold By: Big Fireworks retailers and wholesale distributors nationwide from April 2014 to June 2014 for about $13.
Distributor: American Eagle dba Big Fireworks, of Lansing, Mich.
Manufactured In: China
Units Affected: About 1,040 units
Distributed To: Nationwide
Importer: Phoenix Imports, of Fort Mill, South Carolina
Contact: Big Fireworks toll-free at (866) 514-6225 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.bigfireworks.com then click on the Recall tab at the bottom of the page for more information.
Agency Last Updated: January 9, 2015

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response