CPSC2013-09-06
Crosman Recalls Air Pistols Due to Explosion Hazard
WinGun Technology Co. Ltd., of Taiwan
Hazard
The air pistols can explode at high temperatures, propelling the pistol's broken plastic pieces into the air, and posing a risk of serious eye and other injuries to users.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled air pistols, remove the CO2 cartridge and contact Crosman for instructions to return the air pistols to Crosman for a free replacement air gun or a full refund.
Sold at
Sporting goods stores, mass merchandisers and other stores nationwide from November 2012 through June 2013 for between $45 and $60.
Affected count
About 16,000
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Air pistols
Consumer contact
Crosman Corp. toll-free at (866) 583-7340 anytime, or online at www.crosman.com and click on Important Safety Notice at the top of the web page.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Crosman-Recalls-Air-PistolsDon't want to check this manually?
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