CPSC2004-12-22
CPSC, Crosman Corporation Announce Recall of Air Pistols
Umarex, of Arnsburg, Germany
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.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these air pistols immediately and contact the company to receive a free inspection and repair or replacement unit.
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.
Affected count
About 24,000
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
Germany
Products
Walther CP Sport, CP99, and Nighthawk CO2 Air Pistols
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 website at www.crosman.com to receive instructions for returning the pistol and receiving a repair or replacement.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Crosman-Corporation-Announce-Recall-of-Air-PistolsDon't want to check this manually?
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