Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: full refund · About 3,170 units
Recall No. 26-124 Published December 4, 2025

Primark Water Balloon Pump

The water balloon pump can generate excessive pressure during use, causing the product to rupture, posing a risk of physical injury to the user or bystanders. sold at Primark stores in the northeast and in Florida, Maryland and Illinois from March 2023 – July 2023 for about $6.

Recalled Primark Water Balloon Pump (front)
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Recalled Primark Water Balloon Pump (front)

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

The water balloon pump can generate excessive pressure during use, causing the product to rupture, posing a risk of physical injury to the user or bystanders.

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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

The firm has received two reports in the United States (and nine reports internationally) of the water balloon pumps rupturing, resulting in two reports of cuts on users' hands and fingers in the United States (and nine reports of cuts internationally).

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled water balloon pumps and return them to a Primark store for a full refund in the form of the original payment.

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 3,170
Made inChina
Sold atPrimark stores in the northeast and in Florida, Maryland and Illinois
Sales periodMarch 2023 – July 2023
PriceAbout $6

How to reach the firm

Phone
617-946-3236
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday

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