CPSC recall 09-723, announced February 24, 2009, covers Sam Yang Precision Industrial Air Venturi Air Rifles (about 50 units). The safety can fail, causing the rifle to unexpectedly fire. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using these air rifles immediately and contact Air Venturi or Pyramyd Air for a free repair. Recall contact: call (216) 292-2570, or go to www.airventuri.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
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 909S.
Which products are included?
This recall involves model 909S Sam Yang .45 caliber rifles shipped to consumers after July 1, 2008. The rifle is a precharged pneumatic air rifle, powered by compressed air.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The safety can fail, causing the rifle to unexpectedly fire. This poses a serious injury hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these air rifles immediately and contact Air Venturi or Pyramyd Air for a free repair. Shipping boxes and postage will be provided. All known users have been contacted. If you have not received direct communication from Air Venturi or Pyramyd Air, your rifle is not at issue.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Sam Yang Precision Industrial
- Manufacturer
- Sam Yang Precision Industrial, of South Korea
- Recall number
- 09-723
- Units
- About 50
- Manufactured in
- South Korea
- Sold at / sales period
- Air Venturi and Pyramyd Air, Airgun Depot, and Cobra Airguns from July 2008 through September 2008 for about $550.
- Distributor
- Air Venturi, of Bedford Heights, Ohio
Air Venturi Air Rifles
CPSC product type: Air Rifles/Air Guns/BB Guns & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Air Venturi or Pyramyd Air collect at (216) 292-2570 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.airventuri.com
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