CPSC recall 05-074, announced December 22, 2004, covers Umarex Walther CP Sport, CP99, and Nighthawk CO2 Air Pistols (about 24,000 units). The air pistols' safety might move from the engaged or "safe" position to the disengaged or "fire" position when the trigger is pulled once or more and then released. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using these air pistols immediately and contact the company to receive a free inspection and repair or replacement unit. Recall contact: call (866) 583-7340, or go to www.crosman.com.
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
The recalled models have a serial number of "J3," which is located on the right side of the air pistol.
Which products are included?
The recalled air pistols include the Walther models CP Sport, CP99, and Nighthawk manufactured throughout 2003. The recalled models have a serial number of "J3," which is located on the right side of the air pistol. The Walther CP Sport and CP99 CO2 air pistols capture the look and feel of a Walther firearm. The Nighthawk air pistol is outfitted with a compensator, red dot sight, flashlight and a mounting system. If there is an asterisk inscribed next to the serial number, the air pistol is not part of the recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The air pistols' safety might move from the engaged or "safe" position to the disengaged or "fire" position when the trigger is pulled once or more and then released. This poses a risk of serious injury if the air pistol is loaded and unintentionally fired.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these air pistols immediately and contact the company to receive a free inspection and repair or replacement unit.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Umarex
- Manufacturer
- Umarex, of Arnsburg, Germany
- Recall number
- 05-074
- Units
- About 24,000
- Manufactured in
- Germany
- Sold at / sales period
- Sporting goods stores and gun shops nationwide sold the CP Sports and CP 99s from February 2003 through July 2004 and the Nighthawks from October 2003 through July 2004 for between $85 and $300.
- Distributor
- Crosman Corporation, of East Bloomfield, NY
Walther CP Sport, CP99, and Nighthawk CO2 Air Pistols
CPSC product type: Air Rifles/Air Guns/BB Guns & Accessories
Recall contact information
Known purchasers have received a notification from Crosman of this recall. Consumers who have not received direct notification should call the company toll-free at (866) 583-7340 anytime or visit the company's website at www.crosman.com to receive instructions for returning the pistol and receiving a repair or replacement.
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