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CPSC, Crosman Corporation Announce Recall of Air Rifles

Reported: October 2, 2003 Initiated: October 2, 2003 #04001

Product Description

The recalled break-action, spring air rifles include Crosman Model numbers RM177, RM177X, RM677, RM677X, RM877 and RM622 that were produced before August 2001. Models produced after that time are not included in this recall. The recalled air rifles have brown wood stocks, black barrels, and blue and white striped spacers on the butt plate. The RM622 shoots .22 caliber airgun pellets; the other models shoot .177 caliber airgun pellets. The RM177X and RM677X were sold with scopes. Each barrel is imprinted with the model number and the words, "Manufactured for Crosman Corp. by Mendoza."

Reason for Recall

The air rifles can discharge unexpectedly when the user closes the barrel, posing a serious risk of injury to consumers and bystanders.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these air rifles immediately and contact Crosman Corporation for instructions on returning the rifle for a free repair or replacement with a comparable model.

Details

Units Affected
1,500
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Crosman-Corporation-Announce-Recall-of-Air-Rifles

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled break-action, spring air rifles include Crosman Model numbers RM177, RM177X, RM677, RM677X, RM877 and RM622 that were produced before August 2001. Models produced after that time are not included in this recall. The recalled air rifles have brown wood stocks, black barrels, and blue and white striped spacers on the butt plate. The RM622 shoots .22 caliber airgun pellets; the other models shoot .177 caliber airgun pellets. The RM177X and RM677X were sold with scopes. Each barrel is imprinted with the model number and the words, "Manufactured for Crosman Corp. by Mendoza.". Recalled by Crosman Corporation, of East Bloomfield, N.Y.. Units affected: 1,500.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The air rifles can discharge unexpectedly when the user closes the barrel, posing a serious risk of injury to consumers and bystanders.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using these air rifles immediately and contact Crosman Corporation for instructions on returning the rifle for a free repair or replacement with a comparable model.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 2, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04001.

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