Primark Water Balloon Pump Recall

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 15, 2026

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Recall Summary
This recall involves Primark Water Balloon Pumps. The recall was initiated by Primark US Corp., of Boston, Massachusetts, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall number is 26124, and the recall date is December 4, 2025. The recall was published on the CPSC website on December 4, 2025. The reason for the recall is an injury hazard associated with the product.

Affected Products
The recalled product is the Primark Water Balloon Pump. The pumps were sold in blue and pink colors. The pump is shaped like a water bottle with a spray head. The product code 5252801 is printed on the price tag located on the back of the water balloon pump bottle. Approximately 3,170 units were sold in the United States. The pumps were sold at Primark stores located in the northeast United States, as well as in Florida, Maryland, and Illinois. The products were sold from March 2023 through July 2023 for about $6. The manufacturer country is China.

Hazard Information
The hazard associated with this product is that the water balloon pump can generate excessive pressure during use. This excessive pressure can cause the product to rupture. A rupture poses a risk of physical injury to the user or bystanders. The firm has received two reports in the United States of the water balloon pumps rupturing. These two incidents resulted in two reports of cuts on users’ hands and fingers in the United States. Additionally, the firm has received nine reports internationally of the water balloon pumps rupturing, which resulted in nine reports of cuts internationally. No other injury types or severity levels are specified in the recall notice.

Consumer Action Required
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled water balloon pumps. Consumers should return the recalled water balloon pumps to a Primark store. The recall notice does not specify any other action, such as disassembling the product or contacting the store before returning. The recall notice does not specify whether consumers need to provide proof of purchase or the original packaging.

Official Remedy
The official remedy for this recall is a full refund. Consumers who return the recalled water balloon pumps to a Primark store will receive a full refund in the form of the original payment. The recall notice does not specify a deadline for returning the product or any alternative remedy, such as a replacement product or store credit.

Contact Information
Consumers may contact Primark for more information. The contact number is 617-946-3236. The phone line is available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday. Consumers may also go online to www.primark.com/recall. Alternatively, consumers can visit www.primark.com and click “Recall” at the bottom of the page. Consumers may also fill out the Primark Contact Us form on the website to receive answers to questions or to request a call from Primark Customer Service. The recall notice does not specify an email address or a mailing address for correspondence.

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