Winco Fireworks Recalls Black Cat "Cat Mobiles" Due to Explosion, Burn and Projectile Hazards
Recalled 2019-07-10. Fire and burn hazard. Here is what the CPSC published, and what you are owed.
About 21,000Units
2019-07-10Recall date
None reportedInjuries
The text below is quoted from the CPSC notice word for word.
- What was recalled
- This recall involves the Black Cat branded "Cat Mobile" fireworks with model number BC396. This device is shaped like a black mobile vehicle with red headlights and whistles when lit and shoots sparks while moving on the ground. The Black Cat logo is printed on the outside of the product packaging in the left top corner. "Cat" is printed in white lettering and "Mobile" is printed in yellow lettering on the products packaging.
- The hazard
- When ignited, the device can burst and spread sparks and pyrotechnic materials upward and outward instead of on the ground as intended, posing explosion, burn and projectile hazards to bystanders.
- Injuries
- None reported
- The remedy
- Consumers should immediately return the recalled Cat Mobile fireworks to the retailer where purchased for a refund or exchange.
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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