Academy Sports + Outdoors Recalls Redfield 12- and 18-Gun Fireproof Safes Due to Serious Injury Hazard and Risk of Death
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2024-12-05). Hazards: injury. Models: 179498, 18-Gun, 179499. About 6,100 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 25060 |
| Published | 2024-12-05 |
| Last updated | 2024-12-05 |
| Products | Redfield 12- and 18-Gun Fireproof Safes |
| Firm named in the title | Academy Sports + Outdoors |
| Firms | Academy Ltd., d/b/a Academy Sports + Outdoors, of Katy, Texas (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Vietnam |
| Units (US) | 6,100 |
| Model numbers | 179498, 18-Gun, 179499 |
| Hazard classes | injury |
| Remedy classes | refund, replace, stop use |
| Sold | Academy stores and online at academy.com from February 2024 through August 2024 for between $350 and $600. |
Description
This recall involves Academy Sports + Outdoors Redfield 12-Gun and 18-Gun Fireproof Safes. The 12-Gun Fireproof Safe has the model number 179498 and 18-Gun Fireproof Safe has the model number 179499. "Redfield" is printed on the front door above the number pad. The model name and serial number are located on a red label at the bottom right corner of the safe door. The dark gray steel safes are used to store firearms and valuables. The 12-gun safe measures 53 inches high by 15 inches wide by 16 inches deep, and the 18-gun safe measures 55 inches high by 18 inches wide by 18 inches deep. Model Affected Serial Numbers Redfield 12-Gun Fireproof Safe G02BXXXXXXXXXX G03BXXXXXXXXXX Redfield 18-Gun Fireproof Safe G10AXXXXXXXXXX G11AXXXXXXXXXX G12AXXXXXXXXXX G01BXXXXXXXXXX G02BXXXXXXXXXX G03BXXXXXXXXXX
Hazard
The mechanical internal locking plates can fail to align and allow unauthorized users to open the gun safes, posing a serious injury hazard and risk of death.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the Redfield 12- and 18-Gun Fireproof Safes and return them to any Academy Sports + Outdoors store for a free replacement or a refund. Consumers can also contact Academy's Customer Care to arrange for a replacement or refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Machine access
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