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Bohning Recalls Hunting Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard; Can Fire Unexpectedly

Name: Bohning Recalls Hunting Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard; Can Fire Unexpectedly
Brand: Bohning
SKU: CPSC-13724
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 1.0 (1 reviews)

Published: February 12, 2013Recall ID: 13724Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

The crossbow can fire unexpectedly when the auto-safety mechanism appears to be on and the trigger is pulled, posing an injury hazard to the user and bystanders. In addition, the crossbow limbs can crack or break under normal use.

Product Description & Identification

This recall involves "The Siege" hunting crossbows with model numbers 315, 330, 355 and 375. "The Siege" and the model numbers are printed in large lettering directly above the trigger mechanism. "Bohning/Middleton Crossbow," "Patent pending" and serial number are engraved on opposite sides of the rear barrel of each crossbow. The serial number, 12-XXX, is unique for each crossbow. The crossbows measure 36 to 39 inches in length, are camouflage/black in color and have a scope mounted on the top. The crossbows were sold with a scope, arrow quiver, quiver brackets, cocking aid and a string changer.

Affected Products

Middleton Siege Crossbows

Additional Source Details

Field	Value
U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Bohning-Recalls-Hunting-Crossbows
Title	Bohning Recalls Hunting Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard; Can Fire Unexpectedly
Images › 1 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2013.13724a.jpg
Images › 1 › Caption	Middleton Siege Crossbow
Images › 2 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2013.13724b.jpg
Images › 2 › Caption	The Siege and the model number are printed on the crossbows
Images › 3 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2013.13724c.jpg
Images › 3 › Caption	The unique serial number (12-XXX) is printed on the crossbow
Hazards › Name	The crossbow can fire unexpectedly when the auto-safety mechanism appears to be on and the trigger is pulled, posing an injury hazard to the user and bystanders. In addition, the crossbow limbs can crack or break under normal use.
Injuries › Name	None reported
Products › Name	Middleton Siege Crossbows
Products › Type	Hunting Accessories
Products › Category I D	2006
Products › Number Of Units	About 150
Recall I D	1496
Remedies › Name	Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled crossbows and contact Bohning to return the crossbows for a full refund. Bohning is contacting customers directly.
Importers › Name	The Bohning Company Ltd., of Lake City, Mich.
Retailers › Name	Sporting goods stores in Texas and Pennsylvania and online at www.bohning.com from June 2012 through October 2012 for between $675 and $985.
Recall Date	2013-02-12T00:00:00
Description	This recall involves "The Siege" hunting crossbows with model numbers 315, 330, 355 and 375. "The Siege" and the model numbers are printed in large lettering directly above the trigger mechanism. "Bohning/Middleton Crossbow," "Patent pending" and serial number are engraved on opposite sides of the rear barrel of each crossbow. The serial number, 12-XXX, is unique for each crossbow. The crossbows measure 36 to 39 inches in length, are camouflage/black in color and have a scope mounted on the top. The crossbows were sold with a scope, arrow quiver, quiver brackets, cocking aid and a string changer.
Recall Number	13724
Remedy Options › Option	Refund
Consumer Contact	The Bohning Company, Ltd., at (800) 253-0136, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.bohning.com and click Product Recall for more information.
Last Publish Date	2015-01-22T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › Country	Canada

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