CPSC2013-02-12
Bohning Recalls Hunting Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard; Can Fire Unexpectedly
The Bohning Company Ltd., of Lake City, Mich.
Hazard
The crossbow can fire unexpectedly when the auto-safety mechanism appears to be on and the trigger is pulled, posing an injury hazard to the user and bystanders. In addition, the crossbow limbs can crack or break under normal use.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled crossbows and contact Bohning to return the crossbows for a full refund. Bohning is contacting customers directly.
Sold at
Sporting goods stores in Texas and Pennsylvania and online at www.bohning.com from June 2012 through October 2012 for between $675 and $985.
Affected count
About 150
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
Canada
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Middleton Siege Crossbows
Consumer contact
The Bohning Company, Ltd., at (800) 253-0136, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.bohning.com and click Product Recall for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Bohning-Recalls-Hunting-CrossbowsDon't want to check this manually?
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