CPSC recall 03-039, announced November 19, 2002, covers Bear Archery Compound Bows (about 2,250 units). The limbs of these bows can break during use, causing impact injuries to consumers. The notice cites 200 incident reports and 7 injuries. Consumers should stop using the recalled bows immediately and contact Bear Archery for a free replacement. Recall contact: call (800) 342-4751.
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Which products are included?
These are junior-sized compound Bear Archery bows sold under the model names Warrior and Buckmaster/Warrior. They are camouflaged or black, and "Warrior" or "Buckmaster" decals were included in the packaging to put on the bows.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The limbs of these bows can break during use, causing impact injuries to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Bear Archery has received about 200 reports of these bows breaking during use, with reports of seven minor injuries, such as cuts and bruises to the face and chest.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled bows immediately and contact Bear Archery for a free replacement.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Bear Archery
- Recall number
- 03-039
- Units
- About 2,250
- Sold at / sales period
- Hunting & sporting goods stores, mass merchants and catalogs nationwide sold the bows, from September 2002 through October 2002, for between $75 and $100.
- Distributor
- Bear Archery LLC, of Gainesville, Fla.
Compound Bows
CPSC product type: Hunting Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Bear Archery at (800) 342-4751 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or write to Bear Archery, LLC, 4600 S.W. 41st Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32608.
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