Master Cutlery · Recalled
Rifle Crossbow Recalled by Master Cutlery; Crossbow Can Discharge Unexpectedly
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.
- Units
- About 300
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $100
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The recalled crossbow is black fiberglass and metal and has a 120-lb draw. "Cross Bow" and "Eagle 5" are printed on the crossbow.
The file
- Sold at
- On the Web at www.fingerhut.com from September 2009 through December 2009 for about $100.
- Product type
- Hunting Accessories
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Recalled by
- Master Cutlery, of Secaucus, N.J.
Incident log
None reported.
What the notice says to do
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.
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
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated JAN 19 2010; last revised MAY 23 2014.