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Product recall · CPSCDecember 20, 2016Serious
Carbon Express Crossbows
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The crossbow can fire unexpectedly when the safety is engaged, posing an injury hazard to the user or bystander.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled crossbows, and return them to Carbon Express to receive a free repair.
Who to contact: Carbon Express at 800-211-5982 from 8 a.m. to 5p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.carbonexpresscrossbow.com and click on Resource/Blade Recall for more information.
The product
This recall involves two Carbon Express Blade crossbows in black (model 20292) or camouflage (model 20240). Both crossbows have "Blade" printed on the sides of the bow. The bows have a half aluminum rail and a die cast riser. All models have a black pistol grip with a black butt stock and weigh about 6.5 pounds. The crossbows shoot 320fps and have a 13-inch power stroke. The model number is printed on a metallic sticker on the bottom left limb of the crossbow.
Details
- Units affected
- About 3,800
- Recall date
- December 20, 2016
- Brand
- Eastman Outdoors Inc., dba Carbon Express, of Flushing, Mich.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- The firm has received one report of a crossbow firing unexpectedly, resulting in a thumb laceration.
2029220240
Bass Pro, Ellett Brothers and other hunting and sporting goods stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and Carbonexpresscrossbows.com from July 2016 through October 2016 for between $250 and $300.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Carbon Express Recalls Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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