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Product recall · CPSCJanuary 22, 2015Serious
Hunters’ Tree Stands
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The cast aluminum platform can break, causing the user to fall to the ground and suffer serious injuries.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Serious injuries are a stated risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Primal Vantage for a full refund.
Who to contact: Primal Vantage toll-free at (866) 972-6168 between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or at www.primalvantage.com and click on "For Hyde Recall Click Here" on the homepage or go to the Customer Service tab for more information.
The product
This recall involves two 2014 models of hang-on tree stands used by hunters. They include the Ameristep Hyde Cliff Hanger with model number 2RX1H008C and date code JH-2014-3-6 and the Ameristep Hyde Sky Walker with model number 2RX1H009C and date code JH-2014-3-6. The date code is stamped on the back of the tree stand's aluminum seat frame. The model number is printed on the packaging and in the instruction manual. "Hyde" is printed in red on the vertical aluminum bar between the seat and the foot platform.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1,000
- Recall date
- January 22, 2015
- Brand
- Primal Vantage Co., of Bernardsville, N.J.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Primal Vantage has received six reports of the tree stand's aluminum platform breaking. No injuries have been reported.
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Bass Pro Shops and other sporting goods stores nationwide from July 2014 through November 2014 for between $220 and $250.
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: “Hunters’ Tree Stands Recalled by Primal Vantage Due to Fall 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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