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HVTS-400

Is HVTS-400 recalled? Yes. Model number HVTS-400 is listed in CPSC recall 01-229: Hunter's View Tree Stand, announced September 12, 2001. Hazard: fall.

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Recall 01-229, published September 12, 2001

Hunter's View Tree Stand

What to check on the product label

Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.

Affected model numbers

HVTS-400
Additional identifying details

A yellow label on the tree stand reads, "Hunter's View Ltd., 1-888-878-0440."

Which products are included?

The recalled tree stands weigh between 16 and 22 lbs., are made of aluminum and steel, and have a platform and padded seat cushion. The stands are attached to a tree and provide hunters with an elevated view of potential game. The models involved in the recall are the HVTS-100 Wildcat, HVTS-101 Wildcat with camo seat, HVTS-102 Wildcat Comfort Zone, HVTS-104 Wildcat Swivel Seat, HVTS-300 Big Daddy, HVTS-302 Big Daddy Comfort Zone, HVTS-400 Big Horn Ram, HVTS-402 Hoot Owl, HVTS-500 Timber Ghost, HVATS-3000 Big Daddy Lite, and HVATS-4020 Comfort Zone Swivel Seat. A yellow label on the tree stand reads, "Hunter's View Ltd., 1-888-878-0440."

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The cables on these stands can break, causing the treestand to fall to the ground, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

Official remedy

Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.

Recall published
September 12, 2001
Units
About 30,000
Sold at / sales period
Hunting and sporting goods stores and catalogs nationwide, sold the treestands, from March 2001 through August 2001, for between $50 and $150.

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