CPSCNovember 16, 2010

Beman Recalls Bowhunting Arrows

Beman Recalls Bowhunting Arrows; Arrows Can Break and Hit Unintended Targets

Why was Beman Recalls Bowhunting Arrows recalled?

The recalled arrows can break when launched and hit unintended targets, posing a puncture hazard to the user and bystanders.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled arrows and contact Beman to return the recalled arrows in exchange for free replacement arrows. Contact: For additional information, contact Beman toll-free at (888) 380-6234 between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.beman.com/recall

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
Beman Bone Collector Arrows
Company
Beman, of Salt Lake City, Utah
Quantity
About 11,300
Sold at
Sporting goods stores nationwide between August 2010 and September 2010 for about $70 per half dozen.
Recall date
November 16, 2010
Incidents / injuries
Beman received an incident report involving two arrows. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves Beman Bone Collector Arrow sizes 340 and 400 with lot numbers 107545100, 107747900 and 107545200. "Beman," "Bone Collector," "340" or "400" and the lot number are printed on the arrows. The arrows are black with green designs and are made of carbon composite material. The arrows were sold without tips.

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