CPSC recall 09-153, announced March 12, 2009, covers Tippmann® A-5® Paintball Markers (about 13,000 units). The end cap assembly on the rear of certain A-5® markers can break and eject during use, posing a risk of injury to the operator. The notice cites 3 incident reports and 1 injury. Consumers should stop using the recalled paintball markers immediately and contact Tippmann Sports for a free repair kit. Recall contact: call (866) 841-3029, go to www.tippmann.com/recall, or email recall@tippmann.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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The serial number appears on the packaging accompanying each marker and is engraved on the left side of the marker near the front grip.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Tippmann A-5® markers with serial numbers 0409301 to 0422200. The serial number appears on the packaging accompanying each marker and is engraved on the left side of the marker near the front grip. Serial numbers ending in an "R" have already been repaired and are not included in the recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The end cap assembly on the rear of certain A-5® markers can break and eject during use, posing a risk of injury to the operator.
Incidents and injuries
Tippmann Sports has received three reports of the end cap assembly breaking, ejecting and hitting the operator. One minor injury has been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled paintball markers immediately and contact Tippmann Sports for a free repair kit.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Tippmann Sports
- Manufacturer
- Tippmann Sports LLC, of Fort Wayne, Ind.
- Recall number
- 09-153
- Units
- About 13,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Major sporting goods retailers, paintball dealers and online retailers nationwide from May 2008 through February 2009 for between $180 and $350.
Tippmann® A-5® Paintball Markers
CPSC product type: Paintball Equipment & Accessories
Recall contact information
For further information, call Tippmann Sports toll-free at (866) 841-3029 between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, send e-mail to recall@tippmann.com, or visit the firm's Web site at www.tippmann.com/recall
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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