Over 132,000 'Skull Strobe' Fireworks Recalled Due to Explosion and Burn Hazard
Key Takeaways
- •Approximately 132,440 World Class Fireworks Skull Strobe rockets are being recalled due to the risk of premature explosion that could cause serious burns or injuries.
- •The affected products carry SKU code 1004351 and were sold nationwide between March 2025 and June 2026 at prices ranging from $12 to $25.
- •No injuries or incidents have been reported in connection with the recalled fireworks as of the announcement.
- •Consumers are instructed to immediately stop using the rockets and return them to a Jake's Fireworks retail location for a complete refund.
- •The recalled fireworks were manufactured in China and imported by Jake's Fireworks Inc., headquartered in Pittsburg, Kansas.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced Thursday that Jake's Fireworks is recalling approximately 132,440 World Class Fireworks "Skull Strobe" rockets due to a risk that the products could explode prematurely before reaching their intended height, creating explosion and serious burn hazards. Premature detonation is a particularly dangerous failure mode for aerial fireworks, as it can occur at or near ground level, where consumers and bystanders are typically positioned during launch.
No incidents or injuries have been reported in connection with the recalled fireworks, according to the agency. A representative for Jake's Fireworks did not immediately respond to a request for comment from FOX Business.
The recall covers World Class Fireworks "Skull Strobe" rockets mounted on wooden sticks and packaged in black boxes displaying a skull graphic, the brand name, the product name, and a warning label. The affected products carry SKU code 1004351, which appears near the bottom of the packaging.
The CPSC advised consumers to stop using the recalled fireworks immediately and to contact Jake's Fireworks for a full refund. Customers are instructed to return the products either to the retail location where they were purchased or to the nearest Jake's Fireworks retail location.
The recalled fireworks were sold at fireworks stores nationwide from March 2025 through June 2026, priced between $12 and $25. Jake's Fireworks Inc., based in Pittsburg, Kansas, imported the affected products, which were manufactured in China. The sales window spans two peak fireworks seasons, including the period around Independence Day, when consumer use of backyard fireworks is typically at its highest. The CPSC regularly conducts fireworks testing and issues safety alerts ahead of summer holidays.
Consumers seeking additional information can contact Jake's Fireworks toll-free at 855-587-8816 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, by email at [email protected], or through the company's recall webpage.
The CPSC is the federal agency responsible for protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death associated with consumer products. Product recalls announced by the agency typically remain active, and consumers are encouraged to check whether they possess affected items even after media attention has subsided.