CPSCJuly 14, 2006

Bear Archery Compound Crossbows recall: Faulty Trigger Mechanisms

Bear Archery Recalls Compound Crossbows Due to Faulty Trigger Mechanisms

Why was Bear Archery Compound Crossbows recalled?

The triggers on these crossbows could fire when the safety mechanism is moved from "safe" to "fire" position without pulling the trigger. Bystanders could be unintentionally hit by an arrow fired by these bows.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should discontinue use of the product and contact the firm for a free trigger replacement. Contact: For more information, contact Bear Archery Customer Service Department at (800) 467-1397 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or e-mail the firm at [email protected]

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 identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Fred Bear F-Series and Outfitter Compound Crossbows
Company
Bear Archery, of Gainesville, Fla.
Quantity
About 2,000
Sold at
Hunting and sporting goods stores nationwide and by Web retailers and in catalogs from July 2004 through January 2006 for between $300 and $800.
Recall date
July 14, 2006
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recall involves five models of Compound Crossbows: Outfitter XB340 Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8959340 Fred Bear F340 Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8949350 Fred Bear F325 Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8949325 Fred Bear F300+ Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8949301 Fred Bear F300 Compound Crossbow model number AFB8949300. The model name is written on the outside of the bow's bottom limb. The model number is written on the product manual.

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