CPSC2009-03-12
Tippmann A-5 Paintball Markers Recalled for Repair Due to Risk of Injury
Tippmann Sports LLC, of Fort Wayne, Ind.
Hazard
The end cap assembly on the rear of certain A-5® markers can break and eject during use, posing a risk of injury to the operator.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled paintball markers immediately and contact Tippmann Sports for a free repair kit.
Sold at
Major sporting goods retailers, paintball dealers and online retailers nationwide from May 2008 through February 2009 for between $180 and $350.
Affected count
About 13,000
Injuries reported
Tippmann Sports has received three reports of the end cap assembly breaking, ejecting and hitting the operator. One minor injury has been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Tippmann® A-5® Paintball Markers
Consumer contact
For further information, call Tippmann Sports toll-free at (866) 841-3029 between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, send e-mail to recall@tippmann.com, or visit the firm's Web site at www.tippmann.com/recall
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Tippmann-A-5-Paintball-Markers-Recalled-for-Repair-Due-to-Risk-of-InjuryDon't want to check this manually?
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