Crosman Recalls Air Pistols Due to Explosion Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2013-09-06). Hazards: explosion. Models: C21, C31, 9-C31BRM. About 16,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 13277 |
| Published | 2013-09-06 |
| Last updated | 2015-01-26 |
| Product category | Gas or Air or Spring-Operated Guns |
| Products | Air pistols |
| Firm named in the title | Crosman |
| Firms | WinGun Technology Co. Ltd., of Taiwan (manufacturer); Crosman Corp., of Bloomfield, N.Y. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 16,000 |
| Model numbers | C21, C31, 9-C31BRM |
| Hazard classes | explosion |
| Remedy classes | refund, replace, stop use |
| Sold | Sporting goods stores, mass merchandisers and other stores nationwide from November 2012 through June 2013 for between $45 and $60. |
Description
This recall involves Crosman semi-automatic style air pistols with model numbers C21, C31 and 9-C31BRM with serial numbers beginning with 12J, 12K, 12L, 12M, 13A, 13B or 13C. The model and serial numbers are located on side of the air pistol. The air pistols use a CO2 cartridge to propel plastic BBs and are used for recreational shooting. The air pistols are black, measure 8 ½ inches long and weigh 1 ½ lbs. Crosman's name and partial address are printed in the "Warning" information on the left side of each pistol.
Hazard
The air pistols can explode at high temperatures, propelling the pistol's broken plastic pieces into the air, and posing a risk of serious eye and other injuries to users.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled air pistols, remove the CO2 cartridge and contact Crosman for instructions to return the air pistols to Crosman for a free replacement air gun or a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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