HydroTech garden hoses, nozzles or sprinklers
15 reports to CPSC, the latest made Sep 4, 2026. A report isn’t a recall.
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At a glance
From SaferProducts.gov, released Nov 4, 2026.
- 15reports to CPSC
- Sep 4, 2026the latest report was made
- May 29, 2024the earliest
- 0with the company’s comments
- Brand
- HydroTech
- Maker
- Winston ProductsMakers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
- Product
- Garden hoses, nozzles or sprinklersCPSC’s product type: Garden Hoses, Nozzles or Sprinklers (code 1414), in Yard & Garden: Gardening & Landscaping
Other ways the reports write the brand (4)
“Hydro Tech”, “HydroTech 8988C4 Burst Proof Expandable G”, “Hydrotech Lawn & Garden” and “Hydrotech expandable”
By month
The numbers, as a table
| Month | Reports |
|---|---|
| September 2026 | 2 |
| June 2026 | 1 |
| May 2026 | 1 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 3 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
| July 2024 | 2 |
| June 2024 | 1 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
How badly anyone was hurt
- Seen by a doctor or nurse 3 CPSC: Injury, Seen by Medical Professional
- First aid 3 CPSC: Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
- Hurt, no treatment 3 CPSC: Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
- No one hurt 6 CPSC: Incident, No Injury
As each report says it, in short words; CPSC’s own words are under each.
The reports, as CPSC published them
Reports people made to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. CPSC publishes each one after sending it to the company named, and doesn’t guarantee they’re accurate. A report isn’t a recall.
Each report is the words of the person who made it, as CPSC published them. The company’s comments, where CPSC published any, are set apart as the company’s own.
CPSC, SaferProducts.gov public database export. Released Nov 4, 2026. Updated daily.
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No one hurt Made Sep 4, 2026, sent to the company Oct 19, 2026, published by CPSC Nov 2, 2026
The product, in the report: Hose, garden hoses
Caller stated that the hydroTech hose was included in the recall, she returned it and purchased another, she had replacements 3 times and they all failed. She stated that the hoses she has in her possession does not have codes and therefore are recalled. Caller stated that the company is refusing to give her a refund. Caller feels that the company is sending out recalled products to consumers. Caller stated that the retailer offered to give her a refund so she will be returning the hose to them.
Target gave me a refund on the 2nd hose purchased. (The first was recalled + returned and the 2nd I have discovered is old recalled inventory, so I returned it because manufacturer refused to refund me. I have emailed proof. Then, after the 2nd purchase it failed + they sent me a replacement. That too failed and they sent me yet another replacement. That failed and burst. i was lucky I was not hurt badly. They refused to refund me. Target did, and one of these last 3 hoses was returned. i have two recalled hoses in my possession.
- Model
- HydroTech Proseries 200’ Expandable Burst Proof Hose Red
- Bought from
- Target, Florida
- Bought
- Aug 13, 2025
- Where
- Merritt Island, Florida: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Female
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Unspecified
- As this report names them
- Brand Hydrotech expandable, made or sold by Winston Products
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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No one hurt Made Sep 3, 2026, sent to the company Sep 9, 2026, published by CPSC Sep 23, 2026
The product, in the report: HydroTech Burst Proof Expandable Garden Hose - Water Hose, 5/8 in Dia. x 100 ft.
I purchased a HydroTech 5/8-inch Expandable Burst-Proof Garden Hose from Walmart on March 24, 2026. On September 3, 2026, while the hose was connected to the outdoor faucet and under normal water pressure, the end fitting suddenly separated from the hose. We heard the failure from inside the house and discovered that water was running freely outside. The yellow connector had completely separated from the black hose-end assembly.
After the incident, I discovered that this product had been recalled by the CPSC on July 24, 2025 because of a bursting hazard. I checked my hose for the identifying date code described in the recall information and found no date code. I have the hose pieces, the packaging and photographs of the separated connector and hose-end assembly and proof of my Walmart purchase dated March 24, 2026.
I am reporting this because Walmart sold me this hose approximately eight months after the recall was announced, and the hose subsequently experienced a sudden failure consistent with the safety concern that led me to discover the recall. No one was injured.
- Model
- HydroTech Burst Proof Expandable Garden Hose - Wat
- UPC
- 849278056346
- Bought from
- Walmart Opelika Supercenter
- Bought
- Mar 5, 2026
- Where
- Opelika, Alabama: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 26, Female
- The reporter’s relation to them
- My Child
- As this report names them
- Brand HydroTech, made or sold by Winston Products
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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No one hurt Made Jun 1, 2026, sent to the company Jun 4, 2026, published by CPSC Jun 18, 2026
The product, in the report: Burst #1: Hydrotech Expandable Burst-Proof 50 foot hose - I no longer have the details of this product because I sent them to Hydrotech when I submitted my claim. The claim was submitted on their site and I didn’t keep a screenshot. Burst #2: Hydrotech Standard Expandable Burst-Proof 75 foot hose
We purchased a Hydrotech expandable hose about two years ago that worked very well but was recalled because of possible bursting. I followed Hydrotech’s instructions and received a 50 ft replacement hose. It burst with the very first use. The powerful stream from the burst hit me mid face knocking my glasses up into my hat which blew off. I had a strap holding the glassed to my head. I was not hurt and nothing but the hose was broken. I had registered each hose with Hydrotech so, once again, I filed a warranty statement. Shortly after they sent me a 75 foot replacement hose. It also burst on first use. We have lived in this home for over eight years with no similar instances with any of other several other hoses. Our water pressure is normal as directed by our regional water provider. We are in our 70’s and have never had this happen before, anywhere with any other watering devices.
- Model
- LB 234
- Bought from
- hydrotechproducts.com
- Bought
- Apr 15, 2026, about then
- Where
- Pittsboro, North Carolina: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 75, Unspecified
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand Hydrotech, made or sold by Winston Products
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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No one hurt Made May 10, 2026, sent to the company May 13, 2026, published by CPSC May 28, 2026
The product, in the report: Expandable Butstproof Hose
At Home Depot on 7/2/25 I bought a Hydrotech 5/8 inch Expandable Burst Proof Hose (100 foot) for $82.64. After storing it properly indoors for the winter, I found that it had spontaneously broken near the faucet connection & is totally useless. I have asked the manufacturer for help, but no help has been offered. Subsequently I learned that such hoses, manufactured before 8/3/25 were recalled for the same problem. My serial number didnt match the recall list, but I think it should be added.
- Model
- 8991
- Serial number
- HT-0824-VN
- Bought from
- Home Depot
- Bought
- Jul 2, 2025
- Where
- York, Pennsylvania: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Unspecified
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Unspecified
- As this report names them
- Brand Hydrotech, made or sold by Winston Products
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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Hurt, no treatment Made Sep 25, 2025, sent to the company Sep 30, 2025, published by CPSC Nov 26, 2025
The product, in the report: HydroTech 100 ft hose. Date code KW-24-4
I was washing my car and using a HydroTech hose. While washing the vehicle I heard a loud bang following by water spraying. The hose has failed while not being discharged and impacted numerous items on the exterior of the house. I incurred an impact from the detached section of the hose while securing it
- Model
- Unknown at this time
- Serial number
- KW-24-4
- Where
- Jefferson, Georgia: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 51, Unknown
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand HydroTech, made or sold by Winston Products
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
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First aid Made Jul 25, 2025, sent to the company Jul 29, 2025, published by CPSC Aug 12, 2025
The product, in the report: The HydroTech Pro Series 3/4” Expandable Garden Hose in 25 foot length and 50 foot length. Both hoses exploded like the HydroTech hose you recalled. HydroTech 50 ft Expandable Garden Hose - Pro Series, 3/4” No-Kink Flexibility
I bought the HydroTech hose you just recalled. It exploded and caused an injury. I upgraded by buying the HydroTech Pro Series 3/4” 25 ft and 50 ft Expandable Garden Hose. I bought two. They both exploded like the one you recalled did.
- Model
- HydroTech 50 ft Expandable Garden Hose - Pro Seri
- UPC
- none
- Serial number
- none
- Bought from
- Amazon
- Bought
- May 7, 2025
- Where
- Portland, Oregon: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 71, Female
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand HydroTech, made or sold by Winston Products
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
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No one hurt Made Jul 24, 2025, sent to the company Jul 28, 2025, published by CPSC Aug 18, 2025
The product, in the report: winston product 100 ft yellow 5/8 hydro tch explandable burst proof hose
hose burst off at the spigit . lucky it didn’t hit me too hard.... threw out the hose!
- Model
- I don’t have it
- UPC
- 0524
- Serial number
- I don’t have it
- Bought from
- Amazon
- Bought
- Jun 17, 2025
- Where
- Washougal, Washington: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 57, Unspecified
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand Hydro Tech, made or sold by Winston Products
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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Seen by a doctor or nurse Made Jul 17, 2025, sent to the company Jul 21, 2025, published by CPSC Aug 4, 2025
The product, in the report: Hydrotech 5/8” diameter 50’ expandable burstproof garden water hose
Bought a Hydrotech 50’ 3/4” diameter expandable garden hose for use around the house. First time it worked great. Second time the end holding the sprayer I’d attached blew off in my hand with a sound like a gunshot. Everything went quiet for about 15 seconds, then my hearing came back with a terrible ringing. It persisted, so I saw an ENT specialist 4 days later. Eardrums were intact, but audiology testing revealed some new mild low frequency hearing loss. (I wear hearing aids, and had prior testing less than one year before for comparison.) She said it was probably due to the explosive sound so close to my head, and would likely be permanent. Fortunately, the ringing subsided after about two weeks. Who would have thought one could damage their hearing with a garden hose? I had read the instructions on the packaging before using it, and was operating the hose according to those. I see a similar report on this product where the end blew off, so know this is not an isolated incident.
- Model
- 8989
- Where
- Georgia: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 60, Unknown
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand Hydrotech Lawn & Garden, made or sold by Winston Products
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Injury, Seen by Medical Professional
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First aid Made Jun 8, 2025, sent to the company Jun 11, 2025, published by CPSC Jun 26, 2025
The product, in the report: Per Walmart website product description: HydroTech 5/8” x 50 ft Expandable Garden Hose The HydroTech Burst-Proof Expandable Garden Hose is the perfect solution for all your watering needs! This 50-foot hose with a 5/8” inner core is lightweight and portable, making it easy to carry wherever you work. Ideal for tasks like yard maintenance, house cleaning, deck washing, car care, and more. Enjoy reliable performance and optimal water flow thanks to HydroTech’s Patented Force-Control Technology that protects from bursting and breaking. Weighing significantly less than a traditional garden hose, this hose is lightweight, tangle free, and easy to manage. No more dealing with a knotted-up hose before and after you work! When not in use, the hose shrinks down to a compact size for hassle-free storage, making it perfect for saving space in your garage or shed. HydroTech is built to be the only hose you’ll ever need durable, flexible, and engineered for consistent, optimal water pressure. Water Anything, Anywhere with HydroTech.
I was using a brand new, never used HydroTech 5/8” x 50 ft Expandable Garden Hose I bought from Walmart. I was using it to spray [REDACTED] on my sidewalk when water pressure stated to suddenly drop. I set the hose down to see if it had kinked. I then saw the sheath slipping as the rubber inside exposed and started to blow up like a tubular ballon. Since I was closer to the spicket I went to it and started to quickly turning off the water and as I was doing so the hose exploded wacking me near the knee!! It was a brand new hose used less than 5 minutes!!! Im so glad my 93 y/o mother, who I bought it for to water plants, wasnt using it!! I brought it back to Walmart, showed them what happened and recommended that they not sell them.
- Model
- 8989C3
- Bought from
- Walmart
- Bought
- May 30, 2025
- Where
- Naples, Florida: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 58, Female
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand HydroTech, made or sold by Winston Products
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
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Hurt, no treatment Made May 8, 2025, sent to the company May 13, 2025, published by CPSC May 28, 2025
The product, in the report: Expandable Garden Hose
I had purchased a HydroTech 5/8” x 50 ft Expandable Garden Hose from Walmart about 3 weeks prior to the incident. While I was holding the spray nozzle in one hand, I turned on the water faucet. Rather suddenly, the plastic surrounding the nozzle end snapped as the inner lining of hose broke through and burst like a water balloon. A piece of the plastic firmly struck my arm which caused a one inch bruise. My concern in reporting this is that someone could suffer a serious injury such as the loss of an eye.
- Model
- 5/
8” x 50 ft model # 8989C3 - Bought from
- Walmart, North Carolina
- Bought
- Apr 10, 2025, about then
- Where
- Fayetteville, North Carolina: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 68, Unknown
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand HydroTech, made or sold by Winston Products
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
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Seen by a doctor or nurse Made Sep 3, 2024, sent to the company Oct 18, 2024, published by CPSC Nov 1, 2024
The product, in the report: 5/8th inch 50ft. garden hose
The consumer indicates that he was spraying water and then he disengaged the shut-off valve. When the consumer engaged the valve once again to continue spraying water, the unit exploded in his right hand but no blood was drawn. The consumer spoke to a Doctor via a virtual appointment and was referred to Radiology.
08/31/2024 - At Radiology, they informed the consumer that nothing was broken however due to the continued swelling, he was referred to his Primary Physician.
The consumer states that he uses his garden hose approximately once per week.
The consumer plans on keeping his garden hose for at least the next thirty days in case an investigation ensues.
- Bought from
- Ace Hardware, California
- Bought
- May 24, 2024
- Where
- Unspecified: Unspecified
- Who was involved
- Age 85, Male
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand Hydrotech, made or sold by Winston Products
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Injury, Seen by Medical Professional
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No one hurt Made Jul 26, 2024, sent to the company Jul 31, 2024, published by CPSC Aug 14, 2024
The product, in the report: HydroTech Burst Proof Expandable Garden Hose - Latex Water Hose, 5/8in Dia. x 100 ft.
I charged a new garden hose (HydroTech Burst Proof Expandable Garden Hose) and it burst propelling the heavy brass fitting from the end. Luckily, I was not injured. However, I have read many product reviews, and many people report injuries. This product is not safe.
- Model
- 8991
- UPC
- 849278089917
- Bought from
- Walmart
- Bought
- Jun 30, 2024
- Where
- West Falmouth, Massachusetts: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Unspecified
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Unspecified
- As this report names them
- Brand Hydrotech, made or sold by Winston Products
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Incident, No Injury
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Hurt, no treatment Made Jul 22, 2024, sent to the company Jul 24, 2024, published by CPSC Aug 7, 2024
The product, in the report: HydroTech 8988C4 Burst Proof Expandable Garden Hose Water Hose 5/8 in Dia. x 25 ft. - Blue
This was a new burst proof hose bought on June 2 that burst while in use on July 20. Not only are they making false claims about the quality of their product but it also broke my sliding glass door. I feel lucky that I was able to react so quickly as I feel it could have been much worse.
I was using the hose to water some plants. I turned it off at the included close valve and placed it on then ground for a moment to speak to friend. While standing nearby conversing we heard an odd noise. I looked over and the black plastic valve end had cracked separating into two pieces. What can only be described as large blue tumor resembling a water balloon began growing from side of hose. We both knew what was going to happen so I ran back towards the house spigot but didnt make it before the hose burst. It sounded like a gun shoot it was so loud. The hose flew back and shattered the slider door.
- Model
- 8988C4
- Bought from
- Walmart
- Bought
- Jun 2, 2024
- Where
- Frederick, Maryland: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 46, Male
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand HydroTech 8988C4 Burst Proof Expandable G, made or sold by Winston Products
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received
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First aid Made Jun 17, 2024, sent to the company Jun 21, 2024, published by CPSC Jul 8, 2024
The product, in the report: Hydrotech 58 inch expanding burst proof garden hose
I was using a Hydrotech garden hose to water my flowers . I had a nozzle attached to the end of the hose. I stopped the water flow at the nozzle at the end of the hose . I placed the hose with nozzle attached between my forearm and my body, for about five seconds and it exploded. I suffered cuts and abrasions, on my torso and right forearm and my ears rang for several minutes after. Apparently, the rubber liner on the inside of the hose exploded, breaking the plastic twist cap attachment .
- UPC
- Unknown
- Bought from
- Home depot, California
- Bought
- Apr 25, 2024, about then
- Where
- Reedley, California: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 61, Female
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand Hydrotech, made or sold by Winston Products
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
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Seen by a doctor or nurse Made May 29, 2024, sent to the company Jun 3, 2024, published by CPSC Jun 17, 2024
The product, in the report: 25ft HYDROTEC lawn & garden expandable burst proof hose. 5/8 diameter. Blue & grey in color.
Brand new hose just opened... I was washing my car & sat the hose down for a moment to retrieve the soap. The hose started inflating & got very large & long fast and I started to run away & then it exploded damaging my ear drum. It was so loud that the neighbor across the road come running out & over to me asking if I was ok. I couldn’t hear for several minutes then my ear continued to ring for about 20 minutes & I developed a severe headache and earache. Went to my Dr the next day at 3p.m. & he said my right ear (inside) was badly bruised & was very close to rupturing. He said I was lucky it didnt... I had noticed blood on my [REDACTED] earlier that morning as well..I am still dealing with ear pain & a bad headache & off balance today. Will take up to 3 weeks for my ear to heal
- Model
- #8988
- UPC
- 4927808988
- Bought from
- Walmart
- Bought
- Apr 27, 2024
- Where
- Corning, Iowa: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 53, Female
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand HYDROTECH, made or sold by Winston Products
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Injury, Seen by Medical Professional
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