CPSC recall 12-730, announced April 18, 2012, covers Meca Evanix of South Korea Evanix Speed and Conquest Air Rifles (about 100 units). The safety switch can be overcome by pulling the trigger with force, allowing the rifle to fire, resulting in a serious injury or death. Consumers should stop using the rifles immediately and contact Air Venturi 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.
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.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Evanix Speed .177, .22 and .25 caliber rifles and Evanix Conquest .177, .22 and .25 caliber rifles. The rifle is a pre-charged pneumatic air rifle powered by a compressed air cylinder.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The safety switch can be overcome by pulling the trigger with force, allowing the rifle to fire, resulting in a serious injury or death.
Incidents and injuries
Air Venturi has not received any reports of the safety switch being overcome.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the rifles immediately and contact Air Venturi for a free repair. Shipping boxes and postage will be provided free of charge to the consumer. All identified owners have been contacted.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Meca Evanix of South Korea
- Manufacturer
- Meca Evanix of South Korea
- Recall number
- 12-730
- Units
- About 100
- Manufactured in
- Korea
- Sold at / sales period
- Air Venturi, Pyramyd Air, Top Airgun and Straight Shooters stores from January 2012 though March 2012 for about $1,800.
- Distributor
- Air Venturi of Warrensville Heights, Ohio
Evanix Speed and Conquest Air Rifles
CPSC product type: Air Rifles/Air Guns/BB Guns & Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Air Venturi collect at (216) 292-2570 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit Air Venturi's website at www.airventuri.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Know someone who has one?
Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
