Jumbo Fireworks Recall: Surprise Fountain Explosion Hazard
Jumbo Fireworks 'Surprise Fountain' recalled for explosion and burn hazards. Return to place of purchase for a full refund.
Stop using this now
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.
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What happened, in plain English
Matrix Fireworks is recalling the Jumbo Fireworks "Surprise Fountain" because the devices are overloaded with pyrotechnics, violating federal standards. This overload creates a greater than expected explosion, posing significant burn and explosion risks to consumers. The product functions similarly to illegal M-80 firecrackers despite being labeled as a fountain. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/3697-jumbo-fireworks-recall-surprise-fountain-explosion-hazard.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/3697-jumbo-fireworks-recall-surprise-fountain-explosion-hazard · Updated October 11, 2026 · Official notice: CPSC #8208
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“Jumbo Fireworks Recall: Surprise Fountain Explosion Hazard.” GovInfoNow, updated October 11, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/3697-jumbo-fireworks-recall-surprise-fountain-explosion-hazard. Based on CPSC recall #8208 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Matrix-Fireworks-Recalls-Fireworks-Due-to-Violation-of-Federal-Standard-Explosion-and-Burn-Hazards).
Why it’s dangerous
The fireworks contain more pyrotechnics than allowed by federal regulations for this type of product. This excess material causes a larger-than-expected explosion when ignited, which can lead to serious burn and explosion injuries to the user.
Who’s affected
Consumers who purchased the "Surprise Fountain" fireworks individually from Matrix Fireworks in Wahpeton, N.D., between May 2017 and August 2017. These individuals are at risk of burns or explosion injuries if they use the product.
How to tell if you have this one
Look for small red cylinder devices that are 3 inches tall by about 1 inch wide. The front panel should display "Jumbo Fireworks," "Surprise Fountain," a "Warning" label, an image of fountains with happy faces, and the product code JFG4279 printed above the cautionary text.
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What to do — step by step
Stop using the fireworks
Do not ignite or use the recalled "Surprise Fountain" fireworks due to the risk of explosion and burns.
Return for refund
Take the product back to the place of purchase to receive a full refund.
What CPSC says to do
Consumers should not use the recalled fireworks and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Questions people ask
Who can I contact for more information?
Contact Matrix Fireworks at 701-642-2023 (9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday) or email pmossmatrixfireworks@yahoo.com.
Contact Jumbo Fireworks
We’ve drafted a message you can send Jumbo Fireworks to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 8208 — Jumbo Fireworks Recall: Surprise Fountain Explosion Hazard Hello, I own a Jumbo Fireworks Recall: Surprise Fountain Explosion Hazard that is covered by recall 8208 from Jumbo Fireworks. The official recall notice states: Consumers should not use the recalled fireworks and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: CPSC Recall #8208 (December 19, 2017)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3.6:35b-a3b on October 11, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the CPSC notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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