Matrix Fireworks Recalls Fireworks Due to Violation of Federal Standard; Explosion and Burn Hazards
Recalled 2017-12-19. Fire and burn hazard. Here is what the CPSC published, and what you are owed.
About 56,200Units
2017-12-19Recall date
None reportedInjuries
The text below is quoted from the CPSC notice word for word.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves the Jumbo Fireworks "Surprise Fountain." The recalled fireworks were sold individually and have product code JFG4279 printed on the front panel above the cautionary text. The fireworks are small red cylinder devices that measure 3 inches tall by about 1 inch wide. "Jumbo Fireworks," "Surprise Fountain," "Warning" and an image of fountains with happy faces are printed on the front.
- The hazard
- The recalled fireworks are overloaded with pyrotechnics intended to produce an audible effect, violating the federal regulatory standard for this product. Overloaded fireworks can result in a greater than expected explosion, posing burn and explosion hazards to consumers. The product is labeled as a fountain but functions similar to an M-80 or other large firecracker, which are illegal.
- Injuries
- None reported
- The remedy
- Consumers should not use the recalled fireworks and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
The details
What a recall entitles you to
A refund, a repair or a replacement. The notice says which. It costs you
nothing and there is usually no receipt requirement.
Stop using the product first. Recalls do not expire. An old one still counts.
The full CPSC notice, including photographs, is at cpsc.gov.
Source: CPSC SaferProducts recall feed, retrieved 2026-08-06. Newest recall on file 2026-07-30.
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