October 20, 2022 • Recall #23019
Gel Blaster SURGE 1.0 toy guns Recall — Gel Blaster LLC, of Austin, Texas
Gel Blaster Recalls Gel Blaster SURGE Model 1.0 Toy Guns Due to Fire Hazard
Recall Description
This recall involves Gel Blaster SURGE Model 1.0. The gel blaster has a white body and is gray around the handle. The word "SURGE" is printed in orange on the side. A pineapple-shaped hopper that holds the gellets attaches on the top and a black on/off switch is located at the back of the blaster.
Hazards Identified
- The lithium-ion battery pack inside the handle can overheat and ignite, posing a fire hazard.
Consumer Remedy
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Gel Blaster SURGE Model 1.0 and contact Gel Blaster to receive a prepaid mailer to return the product and receive a full refund. Gel Blaster is contacting known purchasers directly.
Affected Products
| Product Name | Type | Units Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Gel Blaster SURGE 1.0 toy guns | N/A | About 62,700 |

Recalled Gel Blaster SURGE Model 1.0
Manufacturers
Gel Blaster LLC, of Austin, Texas
Retailers
D2 LLC in Wimberley, Texas; Hey! Joy - Toy Store in Garden City, N.Y., Bloomington, Minn. and Orlando, Fla.; Learning Tree in Prairie Village, Kan.; Kitty Hawk stores along the East Coast and other stores nationwide and online at www.kittyhawk.com, www.heyjoytoystore.com, www.learningtreetoys.com, www.gelblaster.com, www.kickstarter.com and www.amazon.com from August 2020 through October 2021 for about $60.
Verify Official Notice
Product recall terms or points of contact can change. Verify instructions directly with the CPSC announcement page.
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