CPSC Recall in 2018: Miller Fireworks Recalls Fireworks Due to Violation of Federal Standard; Explosion and Burn Hazards

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2018.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 18-196

Date: August 02, 2018

Product Name: Fireworks

Recall Description:

Hazard Description:

The recalled fireworks are overloaded with pyrotechnics intended to produce an audible effect, violating the federal regulatory requirements for this product. Overloaded fireworks can result in a greater than expected explosion, posing burn and explosion hazards to consumers. The fireworks are banned hazardous substances and are prohibited from being sold under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act (FHSA).

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 3,800

Incidents:

None reported

Sold At:

Fremont Fireworks stores in Indiana, Miller Fireworks and J&W Fireworks stores in Ohio and Red Falcon Fireworks and Rocky’s Fireworks stores in Michigan from May 2017 through June 2018 for between $4 and $13.

Manufactured In:

China