CPSC recall 06-213, announced July 14, 2006, covers Bear Archery Fred Bear F-Series and Outfitter Compound Crossbows (about 2,000 units). The triggers on these crossbows could fire when the safety mechanism is moved from "safe" to "fire" position without pulling the trigger. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should discontinue use of the product and contact the firm for a free trigger replacement. Recall contact: call (800) 467-1397, or email safetyinfo@escaladesports.com.
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Affected model numbers
The recall involves five models of Compound Crossbows: Outfitter XB340 Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8959340 Fred Bear F340 Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8949350 Fred Bear F325 Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8949325 Fred Bear F300+ Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8949301 Fred Bear F300 Compound Crossbow model number AFB8949300.
Which products are included?
The recall involves five models of Compound Crossbows: Outfitter XB340 Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8959340 Fred Bear F340 Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8949350 Fred Bear F325 Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8949325 Fred Bear F300+ Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8949301 Fred Bear F300 Compound Crossbow model number AFB8949300. The model name is written on the outside of the bow's bottom limb. The model number is written on the product manual.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The triggers on these crossbows could fire when the safety mechanism is moved from "safe" to "fire" position without pulling the trigger. Bystanders could be unintentionally hit by an arrow fired by these bows.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should discontinue use of the product and contact the firm for a free trigger replacement.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Bear Archery
- Manufacturer
- Bear Archery, of Gainesville, Fla.
- Recall number
- 06-213
- Units
- About 2,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Hunting and sporting goods stores nationwide and by Web retailers and in catalogs from July 2004 through January 2006 for between $300 and $800.
Fred Bear F-Series and Outfitter Compound Crossbows
CPSC product type: Hunting Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Bear Archery Customer Service Department at (800) 467-1397 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or e-mail the firm at safetyinfo@escaladesports.com
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