GunBox Recalls Gun Storage Boxes Due to Lock Failure (Recall Alert)
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2014-04-16). Models: GBRF1.0, GBBIO1.0, GBPREM1.0. About 1,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 14730 |
| Published | 2014-04-16 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Safes |
| Products | The GunBox™ Gun Storage Boxes |
| Firm named in the title | GunBox |
| Firms | The GunBox LLC, of Lehi, Utah (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 1,000 |
| Model numbers | GBRF1.0, GBBIO1.0, GBPREM1.0 |
| Remedy classes | repair, replace |
| Sold | www.thegunbox.com from January 2014 through February 2014 for between $280 and $475. |
Description
The GunBox™ is an aluminum, square, clam-shaped case with an RFID scanner with a T-shaped logo on the top center of the box and two USB ports for charging devices. The "RF+Biometric" and "Premier" model boxes include a square fingerprint scanner below the RFID scanner on the top of the box that holds multiple fingerprints. The "Premier" model includes a GPS locator. All of the GunBoxes were sold with RFID wristbands that allow the user to wave their hand above the box to unlock. The recall includes version 01 of The GunBox™ RF, (model GBRF1.0); RF+Biometric, (Model GBBIO1.0); and the Premier, (model GBPREM1.0). The model number and "The GunBox™" are printed on a label on the bottom of the units.
Hazard
The GunBox storage box locking mechanism can open if dropped, allowing access to the gun stored inside.
Remedy
Consumers should contact The GunBox for instructions on returning their gun box for a free replacement locking mechanism. The GunBox LLC is contacting its customers directly.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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