CPSC recall 06-153, announced May 4, 2006, covers Daisy Manufacturing The Natural Slingshot (about 104,500 units). If the slingshot band slips out of its frame during use, the ball at the end of the tubing can strike the user, resulting in serious facial injuries. The notice cites 3 incident reports and 3 injuries. Customers should immediately stop using the slingshots and contact Daisy for free pickup and either a full refund or replacement with a comparable slingshot model. Recall contact: call (800) 713-2479, or go to www.daisy.com.
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The two metal frame slingshots being recalled are the Daisy Models ERG-100 and ERG-300, marketed under the name "The Natural." The model number is written on the packaging.
Which products are included?
The two metal frame slingshots being recalled are the Daisy Models ERG-100 and ERG-300, marketed under the name "The Natural." The model number is written on the packaging. These slingshots have an offset fork design, a sling made of bright green tubing with a black leather ammunition pouch and small balls inside the tubing where it connects to the frame. Both models have black plastic handles. The smaller ERG-100 model has the words "Powerline Daisy Mfg. Rogers, AR" on the handle, while the same words are found on the adjustable wrist brace of the larger ERG-300 model. This voluntary recall does not apply to Daisy's Powerline Slingshots models F16, B52 and P51, which have yellow tubing.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
If the slingshot band slips out of its frame during use, the ball at the end of the tubing can strike the user, resulting in serious facial injuries.
Incidents and injuries
Daisy has received at least three reports of injuries: a 12-year-old boy who was blinded in one eye; a 16-year-old boy who has decreased vision; and an 11-year-old boy who has three broken teeth.
Official remedy
Customers should immediately stop using the slingshots and contact Daisy for free pickup and either a full refund or replacement with a comparable slingshot model.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Daisy Manufacturing
- Manufacturer
- Daisy Manufacturing Co., of Rogers, Ark.
- Recall number
- 06-153
- Units
- About 104,500
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Discount department and sporting goods stores nationwide from June 2004 through March 2006. The ERG-100 model sold for about $9, while the ERG-300 model sold for about $17.
The Natural Slingshot
CPSC product type: Slingshots
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Daisy Manufacturing Company at (800) 713-2479 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit Daisy's Web site at http://www.daisy.com
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