Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported November 28, 2000
CPSC, Stack-On Products Co. Announce Recall of Gun Cabinets
The gun cabinets have push button locks that can be opened without the use of a key, allowing unauthorized access to firearms.
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Stack-On Products Co., of Wauconda, Ill. recalled Only those Stack-On brand gun cabinets and Sentinel gun cabinets with push button locks a… - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Stack-On Products Co. Announce Recall of Gun Cabinets was recalled by Stack-On Products Co., of Wauconda, Ill. in November 28, 2000. Reason: The gun cabinets have push button locks that can be opened without the use of a key, allowing unauthorized ac…. Remedy: Consumers with these gun cabinets should contact Stack-On Products for information on rec…. Verify recall #01042 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Stack-On Products Co., of Wauconda, Ill. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The gun cabinets have push button locks that can be opened without the use of a key, allowing unauthorized ac….
- Moderate
- severity level
- November 28, 2000
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01042 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #01042) was formally reported on November 28, 2000. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Stack-On Products Co., of Wauconda, Ill. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 3,300.
The documented reason for this recall is: The gun cabinets have push button locks that can be opened without the use of a key, allowing unauthorized access to firearms. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers with these gun cabinets should contact Stack-On Products for information on receiving a free push button replacement lock. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Household Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,056 household products recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Affected scope
About 3,300
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
Only those Stack-On brand gun cabinets and Sentinel gun cabinets with push button locks are being recalled. The brand name is printed on the front of the cabinet door. The model numbers being recalled are GCP-910 or GCP-914 for the Stack-On brand gun cabinets, and GPW-14 for the Sentinel brand gun cabinets. The gun cabinets are a burgundy color and hold either 10 or 14 rifles or shotguns up to 54-inches tall. The cabinets are made of heavy steel with a single key, chrome-finished handle that moves a locking bar into place. The 14-gun cabinet measures 21 inches wide by 18 inches deep by 55 inches high. The 10-gun cabinet measures 27 inches wide by 10 inches deep by 55 inches high. The cabinets were sold with adjustable storage bins that attach to the door for storing pistols, ammunition and cleaners.
Reason for recall
The gun cabinets have push button locks that can be opened without the use of a key, allowing unauthorized access to firearms.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers with these gun cabinets should contact Stack-On Products for information on receiving a free push button replacement lock.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 01042 |
| Date reported | November 28, 2000 |
| Date initiated | November 28, 2000 |
| Recalling firm | Stack-On Products Co., of Wauconda, Ill. |
| Affected scope | About 3,300 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers with these gun cabinets should contact Stack-On Products for information on receiving a free push button replacement lo…
- Check the recall number (01042) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Only those Stack-On brand gun cabinets and Sentinel gun cabinets with push button locks are being recalled. The brand name is printed on the front of the cabinet door. The model numbers being recalled are GCP-910 or GCP-914 for the Stack-On brand gun cabinets, and GPW-14 for the Sentinel brand gun cabinets. The gun cabinets are a burgundy color and hold either 10 or 14 rifles or shotguns up to 54-inches tall. The cabinets are made of heavy steel with a single key, chrome-finished handle that moves a locking bar into place. The 14-gun cabinet measures 21 inches wide by 18 inches deep by 55 inches high. The 10-gun cabinet measures 27 inches wide by 10 inches deep by 55 inches high. The cabinets were sold with adjustable storage bins that attach to the door for storing pistols, ammunition and cleaners.. Recalled by Stack-On Products Co., of Wauconda, Ill.. Units affected: About 3,300.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The gun cabinets have push button locks that can be opened without the use of a key, allowing unauthorized access to firearms.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers with these gun cabinets should contact Stack-On Products for information on receiving a free push button replacement lock.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 28, 2000. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 01042.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (01042) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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