* Recall Notice *

 

Battenfeld Technologies Recalls Three-Digit Combination Locking Handgun Vaults Due to Lock Malfunction 

 

Recall Date: April 10, 2013

Recall Number: 13-165

 

WASHINGTON, D.C.--Consumers should stop using this product, which is being recalled voluntarily, unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

 

Recall Summary

Name of product: Compact and Large Handgun Security Vaults

 

Hazard: The lock can fail and allow unintended access to the contents of the vault.

 

Remedy:  Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled handgun vaults and contact Battenfeld Technologies to return the vault for a full refund.

 

Consumer Contact: Battenfeld Technologies Inc., toll free at (877) 509-9160 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.lockdownvaults.com and click on "Product Recall."

Photos are available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Battenfeld-Technologies-Recalls-Three-Digit-Combination-Locking-Handgun-Vaults.

  

Units: About 3,900 in the U.S. and about 100 in Canada

 

Description: This recall is for combination lock models of Lockdown® Compact and Large handgun security vaults. The vaults are black, steel cases used to store handguns or other valuables at home, in the car or when traveling. The Compact vault's interior is 5.25 inches wide, 8.25 long and 1.5 inches deep and can store most compact automatics and revolvers. The Large vault's interior is 6.125 inches wide, 9.75 inches long and 1.5 inches deep and can store most full-sized automatics and revolvers with barrels up to 4 inches long. The vaults are lined with foam padding in the top and bottom and are secured by a three-digit combination lock. A label with the words "Lockdown" and "www.lockdownvaults.com" is located to the left of the combination lock. The serial number is located on a paper label on the inside surface of the vault bottom under the foam. Recalled Compact and Large vaults have serial numbers from ST120002600 to ST120006800.  

 

Incidents/Injuries:  None reported

Sold at: Small sporting goods and specialty stores nationwide and online retailers from May 2012 to Mar 2013 both for around $21.

Importer: Battenfeld Technologies Inc., of Columbia, Mo.

Manufactured in:  China

 

Thompson Center Venture Rifle Recall Notice- IMMEDIATE ACTION
 

 

IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL NOTICE

 

 

PRODUCT:

 

 

Thompson Center Venture Rifle.

 

DESCRIPTION OF THE HAZARD:

 

 

During an internal technical review, Smith & Wesson determined that some of the sears used on Venture rifles produced from August 1, 2011 to October 28, 2011, may not have been manufactured to specification. Because the sear is an important part of the firing mechanism, we are asking that all of the rifles produced during this time period be returned to Smith & Wesson so that the firearm can be inspected by our technicians to ensure that the rifle operates in a safe and appropriate manner.

 

DESCRIPTION OF THE PRODUCT INVOLVED:

This recall applies only to Venture rifles manufactured from August 1, 2011 to October 28, 2011. To determine if your rifle is affected, please reference the serial number list located at www.smith-wesson.com/venturerecall or by calling Smith & Wesson directly at 1-800-713-0356. If your serial number does not fall within the list of affected serial numbers, your rifle is not part of this recall.

 

REMEDY/ACTION TO BE TAKEN:

 

STOP USING YOUR RIFLE.

 

Any unintended discharge of a firearm has the potential to cause injury, and we ask that you stop using your rifle until we have an opportunity to inspect the sear to make certain that there is no condition which will allow the rifle to fire without the trigger being pulled.

 

To facilitate the inspection and repair, if necessary, of your rifle sear, please contact Smith & Wesson’s customer service department to receive instructions and a prepaid return label for the return of your rifle to Smith & Wesson.

 

When you return your rifle to Smith & Wesson, be sure to attach the completed information card received from Smith & Wesson, so that your sear can be inspected and repaired, and returned to you as quickly and efficiently as possible.

 

VERIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION:

When your rifle sear is returned, you should note a punch dot on the trigger assembly. See the photograph below. This punch dot is confirmation that your sear has been inspected and the hazard has not been found or has been corrected.

 

 

CONSUMER CONTACT:

Please contact Smith & Wesson directly at 1-800-713-0356, or at venturerecall@smith-wesson.com to arrange for the inspection and repair, if necessary, of your rifle.

 

Air Pistols That Can Fire Unexpectedly Are Recalled by Umarex USA

Umarex USA Recalls to Repair Browning 800 Mag Air Pistols; Pistols Can Fire Unexpectedly

  

Name of Product: Browning Air Pistols

 Units: About 9,500

 Importer: Umarex USA Inc., of Fort Smith, Ark.

 Hazard: Under a variety of circumstances, the safety will not prevent the gun from firing. This poses a risk of serious injury to the user or bystanders.

 Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received one report of the pistol discharging while the safety was engaged. No injuries have been reported.

 Description: This recall involves all Browning 800 Mag Air pistols, which are black and measure 18 inches by 7 inches. The Browning logo and "800 Mag" are printed on the top of the air pistol's barrel block. 

Sold at: Sporting goods stores and gun shops nationwide from July 2006 through February 2008 for about $180.

 Manufactured in: Turkey

 

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the air pistol, ensure it is unloaded and contact Umarex USA to receive instructions on returning the air pistol for a free repair. Umarex USA will engrave repaired pistols with a "P" on the left side of the receiver, forward of the plastic end cap. Until repaired, consumers should safely store the unloaded pistol in its open or uncocked state.

 

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Umarex USA toll-free at (866) 503-3389 anytime, or visit their website at www.umarexusa.com

 To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml11/11304.html

 

 

 

LCP Recall

Ruger has recently received a small number of reports from the field indicating that LCP pistols can discharge when dropped onto a hard surface with a round in the chamber. We are firmly committed to safety and would like to retrofit all older LCP Pistols. The retrofit involves installation of an upgraded hammer mechanism at no charge to the customer.

Retrofitted LCP

We want to remind gun users that, for maximum safety when carrying any pistol with a loaded magazine in place, the chamber should be empty, and the slide should be closed. Any gun may fire if dropped or struck.

How to determine if your pistol needs the retrofit: All LCP pistols bearing prefix “370” (that is, serial number 370-xxxxx) may be affected. Newly manufactured and retrofitted “370” prefix LCP pistols with the new hammer mechanism installed have been marked with a diamond in the flat portion of the slot just behind and below the hammer as shown to the right. Going forward, new pistols will be marked with the serial number prefix “371” (serial number 371-xxxxx). Pistols with the “371” prefix are not affected.

How to arrange to have your pistol retrofitted:
Step 1 - Contact us and provide your name, address, telephone number and LCP serial number.

To sign up for the FREE safety upgrade:
Click Here to sign up immediately using the on-line form.
 
You may also sign up by using any of these alternative methods:
E-mail: LCPRecall@ruger.com
Fax: (928) 541-8873
Phone: LCP Recall Hotline
1-800-784-3701
(available Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. EDT)
 

Step 2 - The new parts are being built and we will retrofit LCP pistols on a first-come, first-served basis as soon as they are available. When we are ready to retrofit your pistol, we will send you a shipping label and package with instructions so you can return your pistol to us FREE of charge.

Step 3 - We will install the new hammer mechanism, plus some other functional upgrades that we added since the LCP’s introduction, and return your LCP to you, all FREE of charge. When we do, we also will send you a FREE magazine with the new finger grip extension as a “thank you” for your patience and cooperation. We will make every effort to return your pistol within one week of receipt.

Thank you,
Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc.
Visit Ruger.com

 

Air Pistols That Can Fire Unexpectedly Are Recalled by Umarex USA

Name of Product: Air Pistols

Units: About 7,250

Distributor: Umarex USA Inc., of Fort Smith, Ark.

Manufacturer: DianaWerk GmbH & Co., of Rastatt, Germany

Hazard: The air pistols can accidentally discharge, posing a risk of serious injury if the air pistol is loaded and pointed at the user or another person when it discharges.

Incidents/Injuries: Umarex USA has received one report of an injury involving the recalled air pistols. The pistol reportedly fired a pellet unexpectedly and struck the user in the lower leg causing swelling.

Description: The recall involves the RWS-5G Magnum Air Pistol. The air pistols, which are used for target and recreational shooting, use spring air to fire pellets. The air pistols are black and measure 17 ľ x 6 inches. "RWS Diana P5 Magnum" is printed on the top of the air pistol. Serial numbers 03316930 through 03344312 are included in this recall and are stamped on the left side of the air pistol's barrel.

Sold by: Sporting goods stores and gun shops nationwide from July 2006 through February 2008 for about $250.

Manufactured in: Germany

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled air pistols and contact Umarex USA to receive instructions on returning the air pistol for a free repair. Umarex USA has contacted known purchasers of the air pistol. Consumers who have not received direct notification should contact Umarex USA immediately.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Umarex USA toll-free at (866) 633-2910 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.umarexusa.com

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08265.html

 

Ol' Man Treestands Recalled by TSR Inc.; Locking Pins Can Unexpectedly Fall Out, Posing a Fall Hazard

Name of Product: Treestands

Units: About 9,000 treestands, and about 500 replacement pin sets sold separately.

Importer/Distributor: TSR Inc., of Jay, Fla.

Hazard: The locking pins in the treestands can come out unexpectedly, exposing consumers to possible injury due to a fall.

Incidents/Injuries: TSR has received five reports of pins coming out of the treestand, including four injuries from falls.

Description: The recall involves locking pins, which secure the cables that connect the treestand to a tree. The pins were sold with the 2006 Ol' Man Treestands, including the MV-MO (Multi-Vision), GMV-MO (Grand Multi-Vision), OMDX-MO (Original XX), GOMDX-MO (Grand XX), AMVP-MO (Multi Vision Pro), AGMVP-MO (Grand Multi-Vision Pro), AOMP-MO (Ol' Man Pro), and AGOMP-MO (Grand Ol' Man Pro). The recalled treestands are stamped on the underside of the teeth plates with "TSR 06" and one of the following date codes: 6018, 6019, 6020, 6021, 6022, 6027, 6028, 6029, 6030, 6032, 6033, 6034, 6035, 6036, 6037, or 6041. The recall also includes the 2006 Ol' Man Replacement Pin Sets, model PL. No other models or parts are included in this recall.

Sold at: Various hunting supply stores from August 2006 through January 2007. The treestands sold for between $100 and $400, and the replacement pin sets sold for between $10 and $14.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled treestands and pins immediately and contact TSR for free replacement pins.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call TSR at 888-656-2606 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, visit the company's Web site at www.olmanoutdoors.com, or e-mail at bart@olmanoutdoors.com

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled products, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml07/07233.html

 

Sportsman's Warehouse Recalls Flashlights; Counterfeit Batteries Can Overheat, Posing a Fire Hazard

Name of Product: Xenon Aluminum Flashlights

Units: About 4,400

Distributor: Sportsman's Warehouse, of Midvale, Utah

Hazard: The batteries packaged with the recalled flashlights are labeled as "Panasonic CR123A Industrial Lithium" and have been determined by Panasonic to be counterfeit. The counterfeit batteries can overheat and rupture, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: Sportsman's Warehouse has received two reports of batteries overheating and flashlights igniting, with one consumer receiving burns to his hands.

Description: The recall involves High Intensity Xenon Aluminum Flashlights in 6-volt (Item No. 1139422), 9-volt (Item No. 1139423) and 12-volt (Item No. 1139424) models. The recalled flashlights are black and have the Sportsman's Warehouse logo printed on the handle. The recalled flashlights were packaged with two, three or four batteries labeled as "Panasonic CR123A Industrial Lithium".

Sold at: Sportsman's Warehouse stores nationwide from October 2006 through May 2007 for between $30 and $40.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove and discontinue using the batteries from the recalled flashlights. Consumers can return the recalled flashlights and batteries to any Sportsman's Warehouse store for a full refund or store credit.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Sportsman's Warehouse toll-free at (877) 678-0010 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.sportsmanswarehouse.com (PDF)

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled products, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml07/07237.html

 

 

Hunter's View Expands Recall of Safety Harnesses Sold with Tree Stands, Also Recalls Harnesses Provided as Replacements

Name of product: Safety Harnesses Sold with Tree Stands and Harnesses Provided as Replacements

Units: About 200,000 additional harnesses (about 500,000 were recalled in April 2005.)

Manufacturer: Hunter's View, of Peoria, Ill.

Hazard: The harnesses could fail during use, resulting in a hunter falling from the tree stand and suffering serious injuries or death.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The recall involves all 2004 and 2005 model year Fall Arrest Systems (FAS), or harnesses with "Model Year 2004" or "Model Year 2005" printed on a white Hunter's View label attached to the harness or the tree strap. The recall includes all model number harnesses sold during these years. The recall also includes replacement harnesses provided to consumers as a result of the previous recall.

Sold by: Hunting and sporting good stores nationwide beginning in January 2004 for between $30 and $300.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should stop using these harnesses immediately and contact Hunter's View to receive a free replacement harness. Consumers who previously participated in this recall are being directly contacted about this recall. As an alternative to the free replacement harness, the firm also is offering an upgraded harness at a reduced cost.

Consumer Contact: Call Hunter's View at (888) 878-0440 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.huntersview.com

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml07/07160.html

 

GAMO USA Corp. Recalls Air Rifles That Can Unexpectedly Fire, Posing Serious Injury Hazard

Name of Product: GAMO Air Rifles

Units: About 14,000

Distributor: GAMO USA Corp., of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

Manufacturer: Duel Delta, S.L. of Barcelona, Spain

Hazard: The scope mount on these rifles can be installed incorrectly, causing the rifle to unexpectedly fire. This poses a serious injury hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: GAMO has received one report of an air rifle firing unexpectedly. No injuries have been reported.

Description: The recalled air rifles are the following GAMO models: Hunter Pro, Hunter Sport, Shadow Sport, and F1200. These models bear the serial numbers 04-IC-415577-06 through 04-IC-579918-06. The model and serial numbers can be found on the left side of the barrel just above the front left side of the stock. Models Shadow Sport and F1200 look identical.

Sold by: Sporting goods stores and gun shops nationwide from June 2006 to September 2006 for between $150 and $280. Model F1200 was exclusively sold at Wal-Mart stores.

Manufactured in: Spain

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled air rifles immediately and contact the company to receive instructions for returning them and receiving a free repair.

Consumer Contact: Consumers that have not been contacted by GAMO should call the company toll-free at (877) 246-3831 anytime or visit the company's Web site at www.gamousa.com

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled products, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml07/07045.html

 

Bear Archery Recalls Compound Crossbows Due to Faulty Trigger Mechanisms

Name of Product: Fred Bear F-Series and Outfitter Compound Crossbows

Units: About 2,000

Manufacturer: Bear Archery, of Gainesville, Fla.

Hazard: The triggers on these crossbows could fire when the safety mechanism is moved from "safe" to "fire" position without pulling the trigger. Bystanders could be unintentionally hit by an arrow fired by these bows.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The recall involves five models of Compound Crossbows:

Outfitter XB340 Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8959340

Fred Bear F340 Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8949350

Fred Bear F325 Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8949325

Fred Bear F300+ Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8949301

Fred Bear F300 Compound Crossbow model number AFB8949300.

The model name is written on the outside of the bow's bottom limb. The model number is written on the product manual.

Sold at: Hunting and sporting goods stores nationwide and by Web retailers and in catalogs from July 2004 through January 2006 for between $300 and $800.

Manufactured In: United States

Remedy: Consumers should discontinue use of the product and contact the firm for a free trigger replacement.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Bear Archery Customer Service Department at (800) 467-1397 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or e-mail the firm at safetyinfo@escaladesports.com

Firm's Media Contact: Larry Gajderowicz at (800) 467-2281.

To view this recall online, please visit our website at: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml06/06213.html

 

From Primal Vantage Company Inc., of Randolph, N.J.

Name of Product: Ameristep Patriot and Outfitter Hang-on Tree Stands

Units: About 6,700

Manufacturer: Primal Vantage Company Inc., of Randolph, N.J.

Distributor: Ameristep Inc., of Clio, Mich.

Hazard: The j-hook attachment of the tree strap can fail, which can cause the tree stand to collapse. Consumers using these stands could fall and suffer serious injuries or death.

Incidents/Injuries: Primal Vantage Company Inc. has received three reports of j-hook failures. No injuries have been reported.

Description: The recall involves two models of tree stands: the Ameristep Patriot Hang-On Tree Stand has model number 7300, and the Outfitter Hang-On Tree Stand has model number 7310. These products are fixed-position, strap-on tree stands. The UPC number of the model 7300 is 769524703001. The UPC number of model 7310 is 769524703100. The model number and UPC are not written on the tree stands, but can be found on the packaging.

Sold at: Hunting and outdoor stores nationwide and by Web retailers and in catalogs from April 2004 through December 2005 for between $130 and $150.

Manufactured In: China

Remedy: Please contact Ameristep Customer Service Department to receive a free repair kit consisting of a bracket system and double hook tree strap along with instructions for installation.

Consumer Contact: Ameristep Customer Service Department at (800)374-7837 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.ameristep.com or www.treestandcustomerservice.com for assistance.

Firm's Media Contact: Jeremy Lees at (800) 722-7345, ext. 114; Michael Loiacono at (800) 722-7345, ext. 141

To view this recall online, please visit our website at: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml06/06167.html

 

From Hunter's View

Hunter’s View Announce Recall of Safety Harnesses Sold with Tree Stands

Name of Product: Safety Harnesses Sold with Tree Stands

Units: About 500,000

Manufacturer: Hunter’s View, of Peoria, Ill.

Hazard: The harnesses could fail during use, resulting in consumers falling from tree stands and suffering serious injuries or death.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Description: These 2004 model year Fall Arrest Systems (harnesses) have model number 3333 and Model Year 2004 written on a white label attached to the harness or the tree strap. They were included with every Hunters View and every Comfort Zone brand tree stand sold under the following names and model numbers:

 

Product Name Model Number Product Name Model Number Product Name Model Number
Eagle ATC-4000 12' Buddy XL LS-425 Condor TC-500
Condor Lite ATC-5500 15' Cougar LS-500 Silver Condor TC-560
Silver Condor Lite ATC-5600 Cougar Magnum LS-508 Stealth TCD-500
Silver Hawk Lite ATC-6000 16' Whitetail LS-510 Hawk TCW-400
Trophy Hunter Lite ATCD-5600 16' Silver Puma LS-555 Wildcat TS-105
Silver Condor Lite ATCW-5600 16' Lynx LS-575 Bobcat TS-111
Wildcat CS Lite ATS-1050 15' Buddy Stand LSA-403 Mountain Cat TS-120
Panther Lite HVATS-2000 15' Buddy Stand LSD-402 Panther HVTS-200
Timber Cat Lite ATS-2150 15' Magnum Buddy Stand LSD-425 Razorback TS-350
Big Horn Ram Lite ATS-4100 15' Steel Ladder Stand LSD-500 Hunter TS-355
Silver Daddy ATS-4650 15' Deluxe Ladder Stand LSD-502 Silver Hunter TS-365
Monster Mag Lite ATSD-4100 15' Dual Season Hunter LSD-525 Bighorn Ram TS-400
Full Body Fall Arrest System FAS-3000 15' Condo LSD-602 Big Daddy TS-465
16' Black Bear LS-213 12' Buddy Stand LSW-400 Magnum TSD-102
12' Buddy Stand LS-400 Prairie Falcon TC-120 Razorback TSW-350
15' Buddy Stand LS-403 Hawk TC-400    

Sold by: Hunting and sporting good stores nationwide beginning in January 2004 for between $100 and $300.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should stop using these harnesses immediately and contact Hunters View to receive a free replacement harness.

Consumer Contact: Call Hunter’s View at (888) 878-0440 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

 

Picture of Recalled Tree Stand
 

 

From Crosman Corporation

Crosman Corporation Announce Recall of Air Pistols

Walther CP Sport, CP99, and Nighthawk CO2 Air Pistols


Units: About 24,000

Hazard: The air pistols' safety might move from the engaged or "safe" position to the disengaged or "fire" position when the trigger is pulled once or more and then released. This poses a risk of serious injury if the air pistol is loaded and unintentionally fired.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The recalled air pistols include the Walther models CP Sport, CP99, and Nighthawk manufactured throughout 2003. The recalled models have a serial number of "J3," which is located on the right side of the air pistol. The Walther CP Sport and CP99 CO2 air pistols capture the look and feel of a Walther firearm. The Nighthawk air pistol is outfitted with a compensator, red dot sight, flashlight and a mounting system. If there is an asterisk inscribed next to the serial number, the air pistol is not part of the recall.

Sold at: Sporting goods stores and gun shops nationwide sold the CP Sports and CP 99s from February 2003 through July 2004 and the Nighthawks from October 2003 through July 2004 for between $85 and $300.

Manufactured in: Germany.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using these air pistols immediately and contact the company to receive a free inspection and repair or replacement unit.

Consumer Contact : Known purchasers have received a notification from Crosman of this recall. Consumers who have not received direct notification should call the company toll-free at (866) 583-7340 anytime or visit the company's Web site at www.crosman.com to receive instructions for returning the pistol and receiving a repair or replacement.


View this recall online at: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml05/05074.html

 

From Rivers Edge

Big Foot Series and Lite Foot Series hunting tree stands

Units: About 78,000

Manufacturer: Rivers Edge/Ardisam, Inc., of Cumberland, Wis.

Hazard: If the strap mounting bracket loosens or rotates, the strap hook can release, causing the tree stand to detach from the tree. If this occurs, the consumer could fall to the ground.

Incidents/Injuries: Rivers Edge/Ardisam, Inc. has received three reports of consumers falling when their stands detached. Two of these consumers reportedly suffered serious injuries, including broken bones.

Description: The recalled Big Foot and Lite Foot Series hunting tree stands are "hang-on" stands that can be identified by a yellow warning label affixed to the stand that reads: "Rivers Edge Hunting Products." These tree stands have dual post seat uprights and a gold-colored strap hook bracket. Only these model tree stands with the gold-colored bracket are included in this recall.
Sold in: Hunting stores and catalogs nationwide beginning in January 1998 for between $60 and $120. The tree stands were manufactured from January 1998 though July 2001.

Manufactured in: U.S.A.

Remedy: Consumers should contact Rivers Edge/Ardisam, Inc. to receive
free replacement hardware for self-installation.

Consumer Contact: Call Rivers Edge/Ardisam, Inc. at (800) 204-7435 or visit their Web site at www.ardisam.com

To see a picture of the recalled product, please go to the following page on CPSC's web site: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml04/04173.html

 

From Kahr Arms

PM9 Barrel Recall

Models involved: PM9093A, PM9093NA, PM9094A, PM9094NA
Serial number ranges: VA0003 -- VA9999, VB0004 -- VB0999

Dear Kahr Arms Customer,

Kahr's PM9 is one of our most reliable products for the concealed carry market. Nevertheless, in Kahr's pursuit towards continuous improvement, we are calling for the return of certain PM9 barrels for even greater reliability and safety.

Kahr Arms is asking all Kahr customers to return the barrels only from certain serial numbers of the Kahr PM9 3" barrel Polymer frame 9mm pistols in order to repair or replace barrels that were found to not properly feed some brands of hollow point ammunition, which under certain circumstances may be unsafe to the user.

If you possess a Kahr PM9 3" barrel model within the range of serial numbers noted below, please return the barrel only with a tag indicating the serial number of the gun. Barrels received will be repaired or replaced and shipped back within 7 business days.

Please return the barrel and your name and address to:

Kahr Arms
130 Goddard Memorial Drive
Worcester, MA 01603
Attn: Dorothy Herold

Thank you for cooperating with us in our pursuit of continuous improvement. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause you.
If you have any questions or comments regarding this notice, please do not hesitate to contact David Konn, Director of Dealer Development at 561-656-1288.

Sincerely,



Frank Harris
VP, Sales and Marketing

 

 

From Fobus / First Samco Inc.

Name of product: Fobus GLT gun holsters

Units: About 3,200
 

Manufacturer: First Samco Inc., through its Fobus USA Holster Division, of Southampton, Pa.

Hazard: A plastic or leather strap on the gun holster can catch the trigger of the gun when inserted into the holster causing the gun to unintentionally discharge, posing an injury hazard to the user.

Incidents/Injuries: There have been eight reports of the Glock handgun unintentionally discharging when being inserted into the gun holster, and one report of a user injuring his finger when a Glock handgun unintentionally discharged while being inserted into the gun holster.

Description: The gun holsters are designed to hold a Series 17 and Series 19 Glock handgun fitted with a laser-sight light. "GL 2*EMZ" is engraved in the top of the gun holster and "FOBUS" and "MADE IN ISRAEL" is printed on the back of the gun holster. This recall involves two early versions of the Fobus GLT gun holsters, one with a plastic retention strap less than one inch wide and one with a leather retention strap less than one inch wide. The new design includes a strap that is more than one inch wide with a plastic tip too wide to be caught inside the trigger guard.

Sold at: Gun accessory retailers and distributors nationwide, as well as on-line at www.fobusholster.com between March 2002 and March 2003 for about $40 to $45.

Manufactured in: Israel

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the gun holsters immediately and bring the recalled gun holsters to an authorized Fobus USA distributor for a free replacement gun holster or contact First Samco Inc. for instructions on how to return the product for a replacement item. Consumers also may send their recalled gun holsters to Fobus USA, 1300 B-3 Industrial Highway, Southampton, PA 18966. First Samco, Inc. will reimburse consumers for return shipping.

Consumer Contact: Call First Samco Inc. toll-free at (866) 508-3997 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit Fobus USA's Web site at www.fobusholster.com
 

 

From CESSO LLC

Makers of the "Tree Lounge" tree stand levelers

Hazard: If the "Tree Lounge" is subjected to significant impact from a heavy load, a tube on the leveler can crack. If the leveler is installed beneath the "Tree Lounge," the bolts attaching the leveler to the "Tree Lounge" can bend or begin to pull through the leveler. In either of these circumstances, users can lose their balance and possibly fall.
Description: Levelers are designed for use with the "Tree Lounge" tree stand. The levelers are powder-coated green, with a T handle screw that spreads or contracts the two tubes of the leveler as necessary in order to level the "Tree Lounge" as the diameter of the tree changes during ascent or descent.
Sold by: Firm's Web site, mail-order catalogue and at outdoor specialty stores nationwide from January 2001 through December 2003 for about $70.
Remedy: Consumers should return their levelers to the firm for a free repair.

Consumer Contact: Call CESSO, LLC at (800) 808-1541 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers can send their levelers to CESSO LLC at 8630 Wallace Tatum Road, Cumming, GA 30040.
To view this press release online, use the following link: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml04/04137.html

 

From Ruger

Click the link below to go to the Strum Ruger web site and see special Safety Announcements on the following firearms. M77 Bolt Action Rifles, P85 9mm Pistols, "Old Model" (pre-1973) Single Six - Blackhawk - Super Blackhawk or Bearcat Revolvers, New Bearcat Convertible Revolvers.

http://www.ruger-firearms.com/Firearms/S-Announcements.html

 

From Remington

MODEL 710®
PRODUCT SAFETY WARNING
AND RECALL NOTICE

Remington Arms Company, Inc. is voluntarily recalling a limited number of Model 710 bolt-action rifles as a result of its discovery, during routine test firing, that some Model 710 rifles manufactured between July and October 2002 may have been assembled with an improperly made "Safety Detent Spring." Although unlikely, there is a possibility that the manual safety arm mechanism in such a rifle could fail to fully return to the "safe" or "on" position.

If you own a Model 710 rifle please go to the Remington web site at http://www.remington.com/safety/710/710.asp and enter your serial number to determine if your firearm needs to be inspected or repaired as part of the recall.

WARNING: Use of a rifle with an improperly functioning safety could lead to an accidental discharge, resulting in personal injury, death or property damage. Owners of Model 710 rifles subject to this recall should not attempt to diagnose or repair their rifles themselves.

No other Model 710 rifles, or other models of Remington firearms, are subject to this recall.

Anyone who currently owns or possesses a Model 710 Rifle subject to this recall, or who purchased one and gave it or sold it to another party, should contact Remington immediately by calling 1-800-243-9700, or 1-336-548-8700, Monday through Friday 9 AM – 5PM EST. Remington will assist you in making arrangement to have your rifle inspected and/or repaired by a Remington Authorized Repair Center at no charge to you. To expedite repair program, Remington will send shipping tags to each customer and will cover all related shipping and repair charges. Please do not return your rifle to a Remington Authorized Repair Facility before contacting Remington on the toll-free hotline.

Remington apologizes for this inconvenience, but wants its customers to enjoy the shooting sports safely. It is important, therefore, that owners of Model 710 rifles subject to this recall participate in this program and do not use their rifles before they have been inspected and or repaired.

Safety and safe firearms handling is everyone’s responsibility

 

Remington

Safety Modification Program

Remington is extending through December 31, 2004, its safety modification program to remove the bolt-lock mechanism from certain Remington bolt-action centerfire firearms made prior to March, 1982. (Post-1982 bolt-action firearms were not manufactured with bolt-lock mechanisms). To determine whether your firearm has a bolt-lock mechanism and is subject to the safety modification program, “click” on the following link http://www.remington.com/Safety_Modification_Program/remington_safety.htm and select your firearm model.

The unloading process for most bolt-action firearms with a bolt-lock mechanism cannot begin unless the manual safety is placed in the ‘F” or “Off or Fire” position. If you participate in the program your firearm will be modified to eliminate the bolt-lock feature and you will be able to unload your firearm while the safety is kept in the “S” or “ On Safe” position. The operation of your firearm will not otherwise be affected.

 

From Magnum Research

Important Warning Notice to Reloaders of .500 S&W Ammo

Commercial ammunition by Cor®Bon is now being manufactured with rifle primers. The original ammunition by Cor®Bon used pistol primers. No doubt that both ammunition types are in circulation as well as brass from Starline that has primer pockets for both pistol and rifle primers.

You can identify the primer pocket by examining the head-stamp of both Cor®Bon and Starline brass. Brass manufactured for rifle primers will have the letter "R" following the word Cor®Bon and the Starline symbol on the head-stamp. If it does not, the brass has a pistol primer pocket. DO NOT RELOAD RIFLE PRIMERS IN BRASS DESIGNED FOR USE WITH LARGE PISTOL PRIMERS. The rifle primer pocket in the brass WITH AN "R" HEADSTAMP is deeper than pistol primer pocket. Rifle primers will stand "proud" if loaded in brass designed for large pistol primers. This scenario is unsafe and will significantly increase the possibility of "simultaneous ignition" in a revolver. Such an event could be catastrophic for the firearm and the shooter. Please be aware and take care when reloading this high-pressure revolver cartridge.

Note: Hornady manufactured .500S&W ammunition has and will continue to use large pistol primers in its commercial product. Do Not attempt to use rifle primers with Hornady head-stamped .500S&W brass.

Additional note: Use of re-loaded ammunition in all Magnum Research firearms products voids any and all warranty for that product.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Jim Skildum
Magnum Research
7110 University Ave. N.E.
Minneapolis, MN 55432
1-800-772-6168
(763) 574-1868
www.magnumresearch.com

 

KEL-TEC CNC INDUSTRIES INC.

CAUTION!-DO NOT USE ALUMINUM CASED AMMUNITION WITH THE SUB-2000 RIFLE.
Doing so could result in malfunctions.

 

FEDERAL AMMUNITION PRODUCT RECALL NOTICE

Federal Cartridge Company is recalling several lots of 45 Long Colt semi-wadcutter
hollow point ammunition – product number C45LCA in a Classic 20 round box.


Rounds from these lot numbers may exhibit excessive chamber pressures. Use of this
product may result in firearm damage and/or personal injury.


DO NOT USE LOT NUMBERS 8J191, 8J192, 8J193, 8J194, 8J195, 8J196, 8J197,
8J198, and 8J199. See examples and follow instructions as detailed below.

The lot number can be found on either the back of the carton or on the inside of the end
flap (hand stamped). Examples:

THIS NOTICE APPLIES ONLY TO THE LOTS LISTED ABOVE.
If you possess ammunition from any of these lot numbers, or have questions concerning
this recall, please contact us at 1-800-831-0850 or 1-800-322-2342 and ask for Product
Service.

Federal Cartridge will guarantee shipping charges and replacement product.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

 

 

Crosman Corporation Announce Recall of Air Rifles

For Immediate Release                

October 2, 2003             

Release #04-001              

CPSC Media Contact: Scott Wolfson (301) 504-7051

Air Rifle Recall Hotline: (800) 724-7486

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

 

CPSC, Crosman Corporation Announce Recall of Air Rifles

 

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Crosman Corporation, of East Bloomfield, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 1,500 spring-piston, break-action air rifles.  The air rifles can discharge unexpectedly when the user closes the barrel, posing a serious risk of injury to consumers and bystanders. 

     

Crosman Corporation has received one report of an air rifle unexpectedly firing, though no injuries have been reported. 

The recalled break-action, spring air rifles include Crosman Model numbers RM177, RM177X, RM677, RM677X, RM877 and RM622 that were produced before August 2001. Models produced after that time are not included in this recall.  The recalled air rifles have brown wood stocks, black barrels, and blue and white striped spacers on the butt plate.  The RM622 shoots .22 caliber air gun pellets; the other models shoot .177 caliber air gun pellets. The RM177X and RM677X were sold with scopes. Each barrel is imprinted with the model number and the words,

"Manufactured for Crosman Corp. by Mendoza."     

Authorized dealers, gun shops and sporting goods dealers nationwide sold the air rifles from June 2001 through August 2001 for between $130 and $250.

     

Consumers should stop using these air rifles immediately and contact Crosman Corporation at (800) 724-7486 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday for instructions on returning the rifle for a free repair or replacement with a comparable model.  Crosman will also reimburse consumers for the cost of shipping.  Consumers also can log on to the company's Web site at www.crosman.com to view safety and recall information posted since September 2001.

 

To see a picture of the recalled item, use this link: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml04/04001.html

I'm not sure how long this link will be available. The above information come from the Consumer Product Safety Commission. They have an email service that you can subscribe to and get recall notices by email. This is how I got this info, in fact I get these notices before I see them on the news.

10/2/2003

 

WARNING:

DO NOT USE CVA IN- LINE RIFLES WITH
95 OR 96 SERIAL NUMBERS
SERIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT
RECALL REMINDER

In 1997, Connecticut Valley Arms, Inc., voluntarily implemented a recall of in-line muzzleloading rifles manufactured in 1995 and 1996. If you currently own or possess a CVA in-line rifle with a 95 or 96 serial number, or you purchased one or gave it or sold it to another person, and the barrel has not been replaced, you should contact a Company Representative immediately by calling the customer service number below:

1-770-449-4687(8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST)

To identify the rifle, read the serial number on the barrel opposite the firing bolt. The only CVA rifles subject to the voluntary recall are in-line models with serial numbers ending with the last two digits of 95 or 96. No other firearm models within the CVA product line are affected by the voluntary recall.


Blackpowder Products, Inc. purchased the assets of Connecticut Valley Arms, Inc. in May, 1999. Blackpowder Products, Inc. assumed no liability for any product manufactured or sold prior to January 1, 1998. Blackpowder Products, Inc. is continuing the Connecticut Valley Arms, Inc. recall, and will cover all related shipping and repair charges. Please do not return your in-line rifle before contacting a Company Representative at the above customer service number.

 

 

 

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