Rifle Crossbow Recalled by Master Cutlery; Crossbow Can Discharge Unexpectedly
Rifle Crossbow Recalled by Master Cutlery; Crossbow Can Discharge Unexpectedly
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The trigger mechanism becomes loose after 30 shots. When the safety mechanism is moved to the fire position, the crossbow will automatically discharge on its own.
Product Description & Identification
The recalled crossbow is black fiberglass and metal and has a 120-lb draw. "Cross Bow" and "Eagle 5" are printed on the crossbow.
Affected Products
Eagle 5 Rifle Crossbows
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Rifle-Crossbow-Recalled-by-Master-Cutlery-Crossbow-Can-Discharge-Unexpectedly |
| Title | Rifle Crossbow Recalled by Master Cutlery; Crossbow Can Discharge Unexpectedly |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/dfbffffe5d8a4e19ae4567da908daaa1.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled Rifle Crossbow |
| Hazards › Name | The trigger mechanism becomes loose after 30 shots. When the safety mechanism is moved to the fire position, the crossbow will automatically discharge on its own. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported. |
| Products › Name | Eagle 5 Rifle Crossbows |
| Products › Type | Hunting Accessories |
| Products › Category I D | 2006 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 300 |
| Recall I D | 401 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled crossbows and contact Master Cutlery for a free replacement trigger installation. Consumers who purchased the recalled crossbow are being contacted directly. |
| Retailers › Name | On the Web at www.fingerhut.com from September 2009 through December 2009 for about $100. |
| Recall Date | 2010-01-19T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recalled crossbow is black fiberglass and metal and has a 120-lb draw. "Cross Bow" and "Eagle 5" are printed on the crossbow. |
| Distributors › Name | Master Cutlery, of Secaucus, N.J. |
| Recall Number | 10716 |
| Consumer Contact | For more information, contact Master Cutlery toll-free at (888) 271-7229 x138 between 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.mastercutlery.com or email the firm at retailsales@mastercutlery.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | Taiwan |
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