Hunting Tree Stands Recalled for Collapse Hazard
Hunting Tree Stands Recalled for Collapse Hazard
Why was Hunting Tree Stands Recalled for Collapse Hazard recalled?
The j-hook attachment of the tree strap can fail, which can cause the tree stand to collapse. Consumers using these stands could fall and suffer serious injuries or death.
What should I do if I have this product?
Please contact Ameristep Customer Service Department to receive a free repair kit, consisting of a bracket system and double hook tree strap, along with instructions for installation. Contact: Ameristep Customer Service Department at (800)374-7837 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.ameristep.com or www.treestandcustomerservice.com for assistance.
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.
Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?
UPC: 769524703001, 769524703100
- Product
- Ameristep Patriot and Outfitter Hang-on Tree Stands
- Company
- Primal Vantage Company Inc., of Randolph, N.J., Ameristep Inc., of Clio, Mich.
- Quantity
- About 6,700
- Sold at
- Hunting and outdoor stores nationwide and by Web retailers and in catalogs from April 2004 through December 2005 for between $130 and $150.
- Recall date
- May 18, 2006
- Incidents / injuries
- Primal Vantage Company Inc. has received three reports of j-hook failures. No injuries have been reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recall involves two models of tree stands: the Ameristep Patriot Hang-On Tree Stand has model number 7300, and the Outfitter Hang-On Tree Stand has model number 7310. These products are fixed-position, strap-on tree stands. The UPC number of the model 7300 is 769524703001. The UPC number of model 7310 is 769524703100. The model number and UPC are not written on the tree stands, but can be found on the packaging.