CPSC2008-05-14
Air Pistols That Can Fire Unexpectedly Are Recalled by Umarex USA
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.
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.
Sold at
Sporting goods stores and gun shops nationwide from July 2006 through February 2008 for about $250.
Affected count
About 5,000
Injuries reported
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.
Manufactured in
Germany
Products
Air Pistols
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
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Air-Pistols-That-Can-Fire-Unexpectedly-Are-Recalled-by-Umarex-USADon't want to check this manually?
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