CPSC2006-07-14
Bear Archery Recalls Compound Crossbows Due to Faulty Trigger Mechanisms
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.
Remedy
Consumers should discontinue use of the product and contact the firm for a free trigger replacement.
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.
Affected count
About 2,000
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Fred Bear F-Series and Outfitter Compound Crossbows
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
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Bear-Archery-Recalls-Compound-Crossbows-Due-to-Faulty-Trigger-MechanismsDon't want to check this manually?
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